Press Release

Cognite Named as a 2021 Best Place To Work: Built In Austin

Written by Team Cognite | Jan 11, 2021 2:57:16 PM

Built In Austin included Cognite on its Best Places To Work list for 2021. The annual awards include companies of all sizes, nationally and in the eight largest tech markets in the world. 

Cara McCarty, VP of Human Resources, Cognite North America, says, “We’re a young, proven fast growing company on a mission to transform American industries and become a leading provider of industrial software and DataOps. Built In’s recognition of Cognite as a Best Place to Work is a testament to the work we’re doing in American industry and to the culture we’ve built in such a short time. Despite the past year’s unprecedented challenges, we’ve kept focused on hiring innovative, diverse talent, who we see as the foundation of our success.”

She adds, “Our industrial technology has become more robust, our ecosystem of partners has expanded and our list of customers includes industrial companies around the world. We provide solutions that help industries transform and as the energy transition accelerates it is a truly exciting time to be at Cognite. We thank Built In for recognizing this in us.”

Cognite Sales & Marketing intern, Lauren Louk explains her experience since joining last August: "The team is collaborative and genuinely wants to see you succeed, and the transition to remote work has been seamless. It is a place where you are given every tool you need to overcome challenges and if you need help or advice, it’s just a Slack message away. The company fully lives out the values of grit, togetherness, and competency, and inspires employees to do the same each and every day. I am extremely proud to be a part of the Data Liberation Front!"

Built In's Best Places to Work

Built In determines winners for Best Places to Work based on an algorithm, using company data related to compensation, benefits and cultural programs. To reflect the attributes candidates are searching for on Built In today, this year’s program weighted criteria more heavily, like remote opportunities and programs for diversity, equity, and inclusion.  

“These companies raise the bar for cultural excellence and the ability to adapt to meet changing needs of employees," says Sheridan Orr, Chief Marketing Officer, Built In. “The 2021 winners show a commitment not just to creating meaningful cultures but to delivering talent needs as they change in a dynamic landscape. We’re thrilled to extend our congratulations to the winners.”   

Built In serves more than 1,800 innovative companies of all sizes, from startups to the enterprise, delivering content and digital recruitment solutions that work. The platform amplifies companies’ brands as national, local or remote employers of choice, as well as leaders in diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Cognite has previously also been included in Built In Austin's Best Midsize Place to Work and Best Perks and Benefits lists.