DigitalOcean
What's the Work-Life Balance Like at DigitalOcean?
Frequently Asked Questions
DigitalOcean provides a foundation for employees to do the best work of their careers with a commitment to both remote work and in-person collaboration. These ways of working are dependent on specific roles and are mutually agreed upon by employees and their managers. S
Fully Remote: Our fully remote employees are not required to work from a DigitalOcean office. This is true for 50% of the organization.
Hybrid Remote: Our hybrid remote employees typically work from an office three days a week, and the rest of the time they work remotely. This is true for the India region.
Office Based: Our in-office employees work in-office give days per week. This is true for employees in Pakistan.
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Remote or Hybrid Flexibility: The organization operates remote-first with permanent WFH options, home-office and internet/phone stipends, and optional coworking access. This flexibility helps maintain boundaries and adapt work around personal needs.
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Time Off Access: Flexible or open PTO and sick time, plus practices like no-meeting days, make it easier to take rest as needed. Prior company-wide recharge days historically added to available recovery time.
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Wellbeing Programs: Wellness stipends and mental health app access (e.g., Calm, Ginger) are provided alongside wellness initiatives. These supports reduce day-to-day stress and promote sustainable routines.
DigitalOcean's Benefits
Offers a flexible time off policy
Offers generous PTO
DigitalOcean gives employees unlimited PTO
Offers paid volunteer time
Provides bereavement leave
Provides paid holidays
Provides paid sick days
Employees receive unlimited days of paid sick leave.
Utilizes an Unlimited PTO policy
Has employee-led culture committees
Offers company-sponsored happy hours
Happy hours are hosted once per week in the warmer months.
Offers company-sponsored outings
Offers Employee Resource Groups
Offers fitness stipend
DigitalOcean reimburses its employees up to $100 per month for fitness services and activities
Offers wellness programs
Provides opportunities to volunteer in the local community
Offers a remote work program
Utilizes a flexible work schedule
Utilizes a hybrid work model
