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We strive to attract and retain the best talent by providing competitive pay and benefits with our employees’ well-being at the core. Here’s what your benefits package may include depending on your location and local legal requirements: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Flexible Time Off Program, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more!\nDataRobot Operating Principles:\nWow Our Customers\nSet High Standards\nBe Better Than Yesterday\nBe Rigorous\nAssume Positive Intent\nHave the Tough Conversations\nBe Better Together\nDebate, Decide, Commit\nDeliver Results\nOvercommunicate\nResearch shows that many women only apply to jobs when they meet 100% of the qualifications while many men apply to jobs when they meet 60%. At DataRobot we encourage ALL candidates, especially women, people of color, LGBTQ+ identifying people, differently abled, and other people from marginalized groups to apply to our jobs, even if you do not check every box. 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