CAREERS AT SYNTASSO
Unlock the Future of Platform Engineering with Us
At Syntasso, we're driven by a shared mission:
to empower platform engineering teams to excel and thrive.
By 2026, Gartner predicts that 80% of software engineering organisations will establish platform engineering teams, and we're at the forefront of this transformation.
Why Syntasso?
-
While many products serve platform engineering, we identified a market gap for enabling true success. This drove us to develop Kratix, a powerful product-led framework for building and managing platforms.
-
Kratix is rapidly becoming the preferred tool for Platform Teams. Join us to be part of our dynamic growth and contribute to an innovative open-source framework in a rapidly evolving industry.
-
We recognise the Value of Diversity: We're proud to foster an environment where diversity is celebrated, and discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome everyone, regardless of their background, and value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings.
-
You Belong Here: We encourage all talented individuals to apply, and we understand that sometimes hesitation arises when considering a new opportunity. Don't hesitate! Your unique perspective is a valuable asset to us, and we'd love to hear from you.
By joining us, you'll become a pivotal part of our innovative journey, shaping the future of Kratix, our platform-building framework.
At Syntasso, we’re shaping the future of platform engineering. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to:
-
Influence the Industry: Play a key role in developing Kratix, our innovative, open-source framework that’s transforming how platform teams work.
-
Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside industry leaders, including conference speakers and organisers from events like DevOps Days, Kubernetes Community Days, and FastFlow Conf.
-
Learn and Grow: Gain invaluable experience from a seasoned leadership team with a proven track record in building and scaling successful startups in the platform engineering sector.
-
Have a Meaningful Impact: Join a small but growing, dynamic team where your contributions directly shape our product and influence the direction of the company.
-
Be Part of an Open-Source Movement: Contribute to a thriving, open-source project that’s rapidly gaining traction among platform teams worldwide.
What awaits you at Syntasso
-
Financial Stability: We're a well-funded startup with a secure multi-year runway for stability and growth
-
Experienced Leadership: Join a startup led by a seasoned leadership team with a successful track record in building and exiting startups in the platform sector, as well as holding senior leadership roles at renowned technology organisations
-
We believe in creating a sustainable work environment so we have a 35 hour week
-
Our office is based in Leathermarket near London Bridge station and is available to use every day if you choose, but we have a hybrid working policy:
-
Office Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
-
Remote Days: Monday and Friday by default
-
In practice, how often some are in office varies from once a week to once a month but you need to available and willing to be in the office up to 3 times a week
-
-
Fortnightly Team Office Day: Every other Wednesday
-
We're expecting big things when it comes to the growth of our company and we want everyone to benefit from the growth in value by offering share options
-
You are entitled to 25 days of annual leave, plus UK public holidays. Additionally, you'll earn one extra day of holiday for each year worked, up to a maximum of 30 days. You can carry forward up to 5 days into the next calendar year and take up to 5 days of unpaid leave if needed
-
We dedicate every other Friday as a research day for experimentation and skill development to keep Syntasso thriving
-
We organise one official company social per quarter, with past events including darts and ping pong. Unofficially, team members often gather for drinks after the monthly team office days
-
Save for your retirement via a workplace pension, with the option to use salary sacrifice; we offer 8% (employer 3%, employee 5%) with the option to increase
-
Private medical insurance through AXA, with the option to add dependents through salary sacrifice
-
Childcare can be expensive so we offer workplace nursery benefits which operates on a salary sacrifice scheme
-
We have a team of avid cyclers and if you are too, you can use the Cycle to Work scheme to save up to 42% on a bike and accessories