Work at Astronomer

Come build the future of data engineering.

Astronomer is the driving force behind Apache Airflow®. We need your help to build it. Airflow is downloaded more than 12 million times each month and is used by hundreds of thousands of teams around the world. For data teams looking to increase the availability of trusted data, Astronomer provides Astro, the modern data orchestration platform, powered by Airflow. Astro enables data engineers, data scientists, and data analysts to build, run, and observe pipelines-as-code.

Our Values

Our core values guide every decision we make, setting the foundation for how we support and engage with our employees, customers, communities, and partners.

Own Our Impact

We take full accountability for our contributions and focus on work that drives meaningful results. We measure success by tangible outcomes and recognize that speed is a competitive advantage.

Seek and Share the Truth

Transparency and honest communication are at our core. We foster a culture of curiosity, valuing ideas based on their merit, and encourage open discussions for personal and professional growth.

Take Pride in the How

Integrity and ethical behavior guide us. We ensure that everyone feels supported, heard, and included, making how we achieve results as important as the results themselves.

Dream Big, Deliver Today

We believe in our vast potential, setting ambitious goals while excelling in daily execution. We balance visionary thinking with immediate actions to drive progress toward our larger objectives.

Evolve or Bust

Continuous growth and adaptation are essential to us. We thrive in dynamic environments, embracing innovation and experimentation, knowing that not all attempts will succeed but each will drive us forward.

Our Benefits

Because Astronomer is people powered.

Remote Friendly

At Astronomer, you can work from anywhere, on your own time. And if you’re in a city with an office, it’s there (and stocked with snacks) when you need it. You’ll have co-workers in over 40 states and 15 countries around the world.

Excellent Health Insurance

Astronomer partners with Cigna to provide top-notch health, dental, and vision insurance at little to no cost for individuals and at competitive rates for your dependents. Plus, disability and life insurance policies in case something happens.

Unlimited Vacation

Take as much time as you need to unwind and take a step back from your day-to-day with us. Know that we do track vacation days and actively encourage people to take it. On average, Astronomers take 20 days of vacation per year.

Parental Leave

Astronomer is supportive of those bringing kiddos into the world. You can count on a generous parental leave and return policy for all families in the U.S., and policies that abide by local government regulations for those working outside of the U.S.

Tech, Wifi, & Phone Stipend

We want to equip you with what you need to get the job done. When you start, you get a laptop of your choice and a stipend to help with your work-from-home setup. Plus, a monthly $170 pre-tax stipend intended to cover your cellphone and WiFi bills.

Learning and Community

Community is a huge part of what we do. In addition to our yearly internal summit for all employees, you’ll get regular access to conferences, workshops, and meetups in the ecosystem.