Cockroach Labs

Cockroach Labs is a software company specializing in the development of CockroachDB, a distributed SQL database designed for cloud-native applications. Their flagship product, CockroachDB, offers a unique blend of high availability, scalability, and SQL compatibility, enabling businesses to run mission-critical applications with minimal downtime and effortless growth. This approach has made them a popular choice for companies across various industries, including fintech, retail, and gaming, who rely on CockroachDB's resilience and performance to power their operations.

Beyond the core database product, Cockroach Labs offers a range of additional services to support its customers. These include CockroachDB Cloud, a managed service providing a streamlined experience for deploying and managing the database, Cockroach University, a free online learning platform to help users master CockroachDB, and Cockroach Professional Services, a team of experts who can assist organizations with migration, optimization, and support. Cockroach Labs' commitment to open-source development, coupled with its comprehensive suite of services, makes it a powerful force in the evolving world of distributed databases.

Cockroach Labs offers a hybrid work model that emphasizes office-first, requiring employees to be in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, while allowing for flexible work arrangements on the remaining days of the week. This approach encourages collaboration and in-person interactions while providing flexibility for employees to manage their work-life balance.

Cockroach Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive health insurance coverage for employees and their dependents, paid parental leave with additional financial support, flexible time off, educational reimbursement, and relocation support (as applicable).

Cockroach Labs is a company committed to simplifying how businesses build and operate world-changing applications. Their mission is to create a cloud-native, distributed SQL database, CockroachDB, that eliminates downtime, simplifies operations, and enables seamless customer experiences anywhere in the world. CockroachDB is designed to be an enterprise-caliber database that scales when others fail, unlocking opportunities for businesses that traditional databases cannot.

Cockroach Labs promotes a culture of excellence, respect, balance, and open communication. They strive to create an environment where employees are encouraged to do their best work by fostering collaboration, celebrating successes, and prioritizing both individual and team growth. They value a healthy work-life balance, providing employees with flexible time off, paid parental leave, and a budget for learning and development.

Cockroach Labs is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. They have an executive diversity committee, CREWS (Cockroach Employees Who Support) groups, and company-wide management partners to advance equity within their community. Their hiring and marketing initiatives center charitable organizations such as Black Girls Code, Women Who Code, and more. Cockroach Labs also holds Connect and Contribute days, where employees have dedicated company time to learn, grow, and volunteer in their local communities to make a positive change.