Culture and benefits at Cipher

We're an async-first, fully remote, and distributed startup hiring across the continental United States. Values - Ego-free zone: Teamwork comes first. No room for egos, just smart people collaborating to get stuff done. - Move fast, adapt: Jump in, get uncomfortable, make decisions, toss what doesn’t work, and keep learning. Celebrate progress. - Curiosity drives us: Ask a lot of questions. It’s how we get smarter, better, and discover what’s next. - Work your way: You do you. We care about results, not hours—work when and where it suits you. How We Work - Async-first: We default to async work using internal tools, with a small number of recurring, impromptu, and social gatherings held synchronously. - With kindness: Kindness means being willing to make ourselves temporarily uncomfortable for someone else's betterment. We practice this by being respectful, speaking honestly, and assuming positive intent. - Continuous feedback: Everyone is empowered and encouraged to share quick, actionable, and constructive feedback with colleagues and leadership. - Fully remote: We don’t have a physical office. Work anywhere in the US as long as you have access to the tools you need to be productive. Benefits - Fridays are your own: No internal meetings. We trust you to manage your time and get your work done in the way that works best for you. - Flexible PTO: Take the time you need, when you need it. Plus, you get PTO on your birthday, federal holidays, and from Dec 24–Jan 1. - Employee stipends: Support for your remote office setup, productivity needs, and annual learning and development. - Company in-person gatherings: At least twice a year, we come together to strengthen relationships, gain momentum, and have fun. - Parental leave: Paid parental leave, spread out however works best for you. - Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision plans to support your well-being. - 401k matching: After three months, we’ll match your contributions to a 401k plan.