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Customer.io

Empower your customers with unified, real-time engagement at scale

Computer Software
Founded 2012
Portland, Oregon
286
Profile last updated: July 2026

About Customer.io

Computer SoftwareFounded 2012

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Customer.io is a leading AI-powered customer engagement platform designed for tech-savvy organizations to create personalized customer journeys that engage, convert, and scale. Founded in 2012, Customer.io is a globally distributed, remote-first company named one of the fastest-growing private companies on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list.

Quick Facts

  • IndustryComputer Software
  • Founded2012
  • HeadquartersPortland, Oregon
  • Certifications1

What Sets Us Apart

Async Collaboration Across Time Zones

We've built a culture where thoughtful asynchronous communication empowers global teams to collaborate deeply without constant meetings. This allows everyone to maintain focus time while staying connected to colleagues across the world.

Genuine Empathy in Practice

Empathy isn't a buzzword here—it's woven into daily interactions. From how we support each other's growth to how we give back to causes employees care about, empathy shapes decisions and drives authentic connections.

Flexibility as a Foundation

We trust people to do their best work in ways that work for them. Unlimited PTO, remote-first operations, and flexible working styles mean you can bring your whole self to work without sacrificing your wellbeing.

Our Culture

The lived experience at Customer.io

Async Collaboration Across Time Zones

We've built a culture where thoughtful asynchronous communication empowers global teams to collaborate deeply without constant meetings. This allows everyone to maintain focus time while staying connected to colleagues across the world.

Genuine Empathy in Practice

Empathy isn't a buzzword here—it's woven into daily interactions. From how we support each other's growth to how we give back to causes employees care about, empathy shapes decisions and drives authentic connections.

Flexibility as a Foundation

We trust people to do their best work in ways that work for them. Unlimited PTO, remote-first operations, and flexible working styles mean you can bring your whole self to work without sacrificing your wellbeing.

Continuous Learning & Growth Mindset

Growth is intentional here. Mentorship, personalized development plans, and regular career conversations with managers ensure everyone has clear pathways to develop new skills and advance in ways meaningful to them.

Radical Transparency in Decision-Making

Open communication flows across all levels. Financial performance, strategic direction, and important decisions are shared transparently, ensuring every team member understands the 'why' behind what we do.

Our Culture DNA

The core values that drive Customer.io

EmpathyAsyncTransparentRemote-firstGrowthAuthenticInclusiveFlexibleCollaborativeAccountabilityInnovationBelonging

Frequently Asked Questions about Customer.io

Common questions about working at Customer.io, their culture, and benefits.

Customer.io is a fully remote, globally distributed company with a flexible, async-first operating model. We prioritize thoughtful communication and collaboration across time zones, allowing team members to do their best work while maintaining work-life balance. Our culture emphasizes flexibility, diverse perspectives, and the ability to thrive alongside talented, innovative minds.

We invest heavily in employee development through several initiatives: 30/60/90 day plans for new hires, weekly 1×1s with managers for career planning and feedback, mentorship programs, personal growth plans, and professional allowances. Managers work closely with direct reports to identify development opportunities and remove obstacles to success.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are woven throughout everything we do—from how we build our product to how we build our workforce. We have mandated unconscious bias training, hiring practices that promote diversity, a highly diverse management team, and women-led resource groups that foster community and meaningful conversations.

We provide comprehensive remote work support including up to $1,500 USD for home office setup when you join, up to $300 USD monthly co-working space reimbursement, phone and internet allowances, and home office allowances. We believe these investments help you do your best work from anywhere.

Empathy is central to how we operate. Every December, we give every employee cause credits to support the organizations that matter most to them. In 2024, our team rallied behind 379 unique causes worldwide and raised over $92,000, reflecting our commitment to making a positive impact globally.

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This profile is based on data from LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, and the company's public career page. All certifications are independently verified by Best Practice Institute.