Life as a Temporalite
Being a Temporalite means embracing a culture of innovation. It’s about creating solutions that empower developers to build scalable, robust applications that seamlessly integrate with the fabric of modern technology.
What we value
The values at Temporal are not static ideals, but dynamic forces that propel us forward. They are woven into our daily operations, influencing our decisions, guiding our interactions, and fostering our driven and collaborative culture.
Unlock possibilities
Each challenge is an opportunity: to better understand the user, to get to the root cause. Seeing the problem clearly unlocks possibilities — enabling us to build, learn, and relentlessly improve on what matters most.
Reliable as gravity
Reliability isn’t just what we deliver — it’s how we operate. We do what we say, think beyond the moment, and build to last. By zooming out to see the whole system and scaling with care, we deliver excellence for today and the future.
Feedback that fuels
Clear is kind. We give direct, solution‑oriented feedback, listen to learn, and assume positive intent. We debate ideas with courage and align decisively. With feedback as fuel, we move faster — and farther — together.
Fly together
No silos, no bystanders. We partner early, support our teammates, and shine the light on others. We step up and always choose what’s right over what easy. Flying together means owning the work, but sharing the win.
How We Work
Remote-first, built for focus and connection
We're a globally distributed team. Here's what working at Temporal actually looks like, day to day.
Fully remote, globally
Temporal is remote-first. Most roles are remote anywhere in-country, some territory roles are remote within a region, and some teams have an in-office hub.
In-person connection
Temporal is a globally distributed team that values opportunities for in-person connection. Occasional travel may be required for onboarding, company events, team offsites, and other meaningful moments that bring us together.
On-call where it applies
Reliability is what Temporal is built on, and for some teams that means sharing an on-call rotation. On-call is a standard part of most Engineering roles and applies to select other teams, such as Customer Support.
Employee Wellbeing
Durable support for the people building durable systems.
Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.
Medical
High-quality coverage through Cigna, with 100% of premiums covered for employees and dependents. Choose between two premium plans (PPO or HDHP with HSA).
Dental
Premiums fully covered through Guardian, so preventive care is always $0. Low out-of-pocket costs for basic and major services, plus orthodontia for adults and children.
Vision
Premiums fully covered through Guardian, with just a $10 copay for annual exams and a yearly frame or contact allowance.
Sequoia Tech program
All health benefits are administered through our Sequoia Tech program.
Perks that support life inside and outside of work.
Remote Office Perks
Enjoy a home office stipend to build up your workspace, an internet stipend to ensure connectivity ($74/month), and reimbursements for work-from-home meals ($300/month).
Lifestyle Spending Account
$1,200 / year (prorated) for the health and wellness priorities that matter most, such as mental health services, fitness (gym memberships, classes, equipment), nutrition, massage and spa services, parental and pet care, and travel.
Professional Enrichment
Up to $1,800 / year (prorated) for learning and development, such as books and courses, professional certifications, online learning platforms, tuition, coaching, professional membership fees, and conference attendance (including related travel for the event).
Additional Wellbeing
One Medical membership, Juno child disability insurance, Wagmo pet insurance, and the Calm app for mental wellness. Support for every part of life, not just the job.
Time and space to truly recharge.
Flexible Time Off
Take the time you need to reset and recharge, with no accrual balance to track.
Company Holidays
12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
Paid Paternity Leave
Birth parents receive up to 20 weeks of fully paid leave; non-birth parents up to 12 weeks.
Study Period
During the holidays we pause internal meetings company-wide, creating uninterrupted space for deep work, development, or meaningful time off.
Company Offsites & Work Travel Support
We host company offsites and support work travel with a $1,000 Work Travel Stipend, usable for expenses such as childcare or pet care while traveling.
Full local benefits, plus every Temporal perk.
Health & Local Benefits
Team members outside the U.S. are employed through Remote.com, our global employer of record. Country-specific medical, retirement, and statutory benefits are administered through Remote.com and vary by location.
Remote Office Perks
Enjoy a home office stipend to build up your workspace, an internet stipend to ensure connectivity ($74/month), and reimbursements for work-from-home meals ($300/month).
Lifestyle Spending Account
$1,200 / year (prorated) for the health and wellness priorities that matter most, such as mental health services, fitness, nutrition, massage and spa services, parental and pet care, and travel.
Professional Enrichment
Up to $1,800 / year (prorated) for learning and development, such as books and courses, professional certifications, online learning platforms, tuition, coaching, professional membership fees, and conference attendance (including related travel for the event).
Calm App
Free access to the Calm app for mental wellness, for every employee worldwide.
Become a Temporalite
Join us on our mission to transform how applications are built.
