20th August 2025
At Adaptive, culture is more than just words on a website; it’s something we practice, constantly evolving and shaped by our collective actions and attitudes.
In 2012, when Adaptive was first established, we all fit in a room, so fostering relationships and cultivating shared values came naturally. Now, 13 years later, we’re a global company with offices in Barcelona, London, Manila, Montreal, and New York and count a few hundred people globally. Writing things down as we continue to expand helps us preserve those values and serves as a guiding principle for our work and interactions.
Our values, Innovation, Collaboration, Autonomy, Accessibility, Respect, and Excellence, are the pillars that guide our work and interactions.
At Adaptive, innovation and continuous improvement are massive for us! We work hard to maintain an environment where feedback is encouraged and can be given safely. Everyone is invited to speak their mind. People are heard, and actions follow words. We are open to change and challenge the status quo to foster innovation and continuously improve.
What we work on is complex and requires people with complementary skillsets working closely together. That’s why collaboration and teamwork are not something we take lightly. Every team is distributed, and our ways of working are designed so that no individual’s location limits their voice or ability to contribute. We share context openly, so people understand why decisions are made, especially when those decisions affect them. Wherever we are, we’re part of the team.
There aren’t strict guidelines at Adaptive, so people are free to use their skills in the way they think will get them the best results. We hire and train skilled professionals, trusting them to use their expertise and judgment to deliver exceptional results.
This means that we do not micro-manage people; instead, we follow a servant leadership approach that focuses on empowering individuals to use their own qualities and skills.
We simplify complex information, making it accessible to everyone, regardless of their expertise — across every part of the company, from technology to communication to daily collaboration. By ensuring all team members can contribute meaningfully, regardless of their background or role, we foster inclusion and informed, truly collaborative decision-making.
Respect is at the heart of how we work together. People have different priorities and ways of thinking. To make fair decisions, we need to listen actively and consider different points of view. It also means being aware of our own biases and working to overcome them. Trust is essential, so we act with honesty and integrity to earn and maintain it.
We strive for excellence in everything we do. Working alongside other driven and highly skilled people makes Adaptive a great place to work. When we all do our best, we encourage each other to improve and keep our skills strong. To stay successful, we focus on maintaining an environment where skilled professionals want to join and stay because they can thrive here.
Adaptive was founded on the idea of building a great place to work, and our values keep us on the right path. To ensure we’re fostering the best possible environment, we recently ran our first Employee Engagement Survey. With an incredible 93% response rate and an 81% engagement score, the results reaffirm our commitment to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and motivated to succeed.
Other aspects that are extremely important to us are:
Creating community
We recognize the importance of having physical spaces that bring people together. Whether it’s opening new offices or launching initiatives like the Early Careers Program, we believe in the power of shared environments. We embrace a hybrid approach while recognizing that face-to-face interactions are essential for tackling complex challenges and driving innovation. Our varied missions provide numerous opportunities for learning and growth.
Feedback is key
Feedback is highly valued at Adaptive; we strive to create a safe and encouraging environment for open and honest communication. Action is taken based on honest feedback, and ego and bias are left at the door.
Diversity, inclusion, and belonging
Diversity, inclusion and belonging are big priorities for us. We treat everyone fairly, no matter where they are, how long they’ve been with us, or what they do. As we grow, we make sure everyone has a voice, and we all contribute to our shared success.
In a nutshell, Adaptive’s core values and commitment to cutting-edge technology drive us forward. We strive to foster a supportive, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.
Interested in joining the Adaptive team? Explore our open positions!
