“Find a job you want to get up out of bed for.” It’s a thing people say, but what does it mean, really?
To us, it means not dreading Monday mornings because you’re stuck at a job you don’t like. There are too many amazing companies in LA and too many exciting challenges waiting to be met to lay in terror of your alarm clock. Without further ado, we give you 10 top-notch LA tech companies hiring this month.
Industry: Mobile
HQ: Santa Monica
Employee perks: Paid volunteer time, nonprofit partnerships, 401(k) matching, job training and conferences, commuter benefits, and more
We try to identify really smart people with solid fundamentals and a positive attitude.”
What they do: Despite popular belief, Snap Inc. doesn’t consider itself a social media company. According to insiders, Snap is in fact a camera company, one that’s reinventing the way people communicate. Whether or not you use Snapchat, you’ve probably experienced the company’s influence on how we talk to each other and how we choose to share our lives.
Inside scoop: “We try to identify really smart people with solid fundamentals and a positive attitude. Domain-specific knowledge is great, but something we don’t mind folks learning on the fly. We make fun products and definitely want to see a capacity for creative thinking,” said Snap Software Engineering Manager Trevor Stephenson.
Industry: On-demand and logistics
HQ: Lynwood
Employee perks: 401(k), company equity, flexible PTO, a pet-friendly office and more
We are not just another transportation company — we are disruptors changing the way freight is moved.”
What they do: In today’s online shopping-dominated retail environment, NEXT Trucking is taking a fresh approach to getting goods shipped on time and within budget. The company uses a smart matching algorithm and predictive technology to match drivers with shipments, giving providers peace of mind while granting drivers a new level of control and autonomy.
Inside scoop: “With the best talent from both the tech and logistics industries, NEXT is developing innovative solutions to solve today’s biggest transportation challenges. We are not just another transportation company — we are disruptors changing the way freight is moved. If you are the scrappy, passionate, entrepreneurial type who thrives in a fast-paced growing company, we want to hear from you. We have a lot to build and are ready to take it to the NEXT level,” said Laura Burke, who works on the recruiting team at NEXT Trucking.
Industry: Fashion and e-commerce
HQ: West Hollywood
Employee perks: Generous parental leave, equity, flexible work schedule and unlimited vacation time, and more
We are rule-breakers with a relentless will to win, who act with authenticity, togetherness and respect.”
What they do: Tamara Mellon is a direct-to-consumer women’s luxury shoe brand based in LA’s fashion capital, West Hollywood. The company prides itself on offering competitively priced products by cutting out retailers and selling directly to shoe buyers. The company has raised $40.5 million to date and is run by CEO Jill Layfield, an experienced brand builder who was formerly the CEO of online retailer Backcountry.com.
Inside scoop: “We are rule-breakers with a relentless will to win, who act with authenticity, togetherness and respect,” said COO Malindi Davies.
“I always tell my employees that the safe way is the risky way, and the risky way is the safe way,” added Layfield.
Industry: Healthtech
HQ: Santa Monica
Employee perks: Family medical leave, beer on tap, flexible spending accounts, and more
We want applicants who are able to work cross-functionally with product, design and the back-end team to bring designs and features to fruition.”
What they do: GoodRx provides transparency into the price of prescription medications. Their platform, which is used by more than 8 million Americans both online and via GoodRx’s mobile app, offers discounts by instantly comparing drug prices across more than 70,000 U.S. pharmacies and finding free coupons to use at purchase. Since launching in 2011, GoodRx has been featured on The Dr. Oz Show, the Today Show, NPR and more.
Inside scoop: “At GoodRx, we are looking for talented and strong individuals who are eager to design, develop and optimize software. We want applicants who are able to work cross-functionally with product, design and the back-end team to bring designs and features to fruition. The ideal candidate should get excited when they see mock-ups and be able to break them down into optimized, sizable components that fit together to create the bigger puzzle,” said Christian Jimenez, the director of front-end and mobile engineering at GoodRx.
Industry: Cloud and mobile
HQ: Downtown LA
Employee perks: Company equity, 410(k) matching, flexible work schedule, generous PTO, commuter benefits and more
We are looking for talented individuals who care about our products enough to step up when they see an opportunity for improvement.”
What they do: INTELITY, which merged with KEYPR in 2018, is bringing the traditionally analog world of hospitality into the 21st century. Their product is an end-to-end solution for managing guest experiences and staff operations in hotels, casinos, cruises and luxury residential properties. The platform — which includes INTELITY's cross-platform ticketing and service management solution — can be accessed via mobile and web apps, mobile key, in-room tablets and casting.
Inside scoop: “If you see something, say something. We are looking for talented individuals who care about our products enough to step up when they see an opportunity for improvement. At INTELITY, you will be given a chance to transform an amazing industry through technology — so be passionate about it,” said Philippe Dias, chief product officer.
Industry: Cloud and logistics
HQ: Downtown LA
Employee perks: Performance bonuses, generous PTO, cross-functional trainings, promotions from within, and more
We believe in building a supportive and innovative culture where people can make an impact on how products move around the world.”
What they do: Shippabo helps companies with freight to ship by providing a single online platform where they can check all of the details related to their goods. That includes freight forwarding, government filings, trucking and drayage services, and more. The company is a breath of fresh air in a shipping industry that is gridlocked with regulatory barriers lagging behind the times.
Inside scoop: “Shippabo is a fulfilling, technical environment that offers many opportunities for everyone to grow, share and ideate. We believe in building a supportive and innovative culture where people can make an impact on how products move around the world. And, we’re having fun doing it,” said co-founder and CTO Sam Luu.
Industry: Fintech and blockchain
HQ: Marina del Rey
Employee perks: Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff, remote work program, lunch and learns, company outings, and more
All of our C-suite executives have an open-door policy, which results in a noticeable spirit of innovation that spans across each department and every initiative.”
What they do: Spring Labs was launched around the time of the 2017 Equifax data breach — and what happened in that devastating system failure has had a huge impact on the company’s mission. The company, founded by members of Chicago fintech giant Avant, rocketed out of stealth mode in March 2018 with the close of a $14.75 million round. Since then, Spring Labs has been working on building out their Spring Protocol product, a network that helps users exchange information about data without actually sharing the data itself.
Inside scoop: “I consider myself fortunate to work at Spring Labs. All of our C-suite executives have an open-door policy, which results in a noticeable spirit of innovation that spans across each department and every initiative,” shared Marick Sinay, VP of data science at Spring Labs.
Industry: Real estate and AI
HQ: Woodland Hills
Employee perks: Competitive salary, equity stake, latitude to learn new skills, and more
REX is offering its staff real latitude to learn new skills, solve interesting problems and grow with the company as it lowers the cost of home buying and selling.”
What they do: REX made waves in the notoriously low-tech world of residential real estate when it launched its online brokerage platform way back in 2014. The company uses machine learning to provides buyers and sellers with a predictive toolkit for determining a home’s value — and then selling it. Based in Woodland Hills, REX made news again when it announced raising a new $45 million Series C round in January. The funding infusion will help the company hire across the board, especially in technical roles.
Inside scoop: “REX is offering its staff real latitude to learn new skills, solve interesting problems and grow with the company as it lowers the cost of home buying and selling while offering a way better consumer experience,” co-founder and CEO Jack Ryan told Built In LA. “Come work with leaders who have been drawn to REX from companies like Facebook, Google, Lyft and Netflix, and make a difference in an industry that’s ripe for change.”
Industry: Healthtech
HQ: Los Angeles
Employee perks: Paid volunteer time, 401(k) matching, stocked kitchen, casual dress, and more
Our engineers are A-players who are passionate about technology and relish a good challenge.”
What they do: SimplePractice’s software is a platform for health and wellness professionals that helps with everything from documentation to billing and patient communication. The tool is secured, HIPPA-compliant and currently used by upward of 30,000 professionals. The company, which was founded in Santa Monica in 2012, prides itself on its high level of transparency, both in their product and their workplace values.
Inside scoop: “At SimplePractice, we’re all about building high-quality software that truly makes a positive difference in the lives of our users. Our engineers are A-players who are passionate about technology and relish a good challenge. They are experts in their fields, seeking complete ownership of their projects and never lose sight of keeping the customer first,” said Jonathan Myron, VP of engineering.
Industry: HR tech
HQ: Downtown LA
Employee perks: Team lunches, beer on tap, promotions from within, flexible work schedule, and more
As a member of the Bambee team, you must have an insatiable drive for results.”
What they do: Bambee provides a markedly different HR solution. The company works with businesses of all sizes and stripes to provide a dedicated HR manager for just $99 a month and free access to HR and compliance tools online. The close-knit team is pushing the notion of traditional HR structures to its limits — and having a lot of fun getting the job done. Perks of working at Bambee include regular companywide dinners, annual retreats, and an open-door executive team policy.
Inside scoop: “As a member of the Bambee team, you must have an insatiable drive for results. Solving customers’ problems should excite you. Data should guide you. Only results should satisfy you. You use analytic thought to make programmatic decisions and logic-based choices, ultimately delivering value for Bambee’s customers and Bambee as a business overall,” shared Allan Jones, founder and CEO.
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