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With 33 global cloud data center locations, Vultr is trusted by hundreds of thousands of active customers across 185 countries for its flexible, scalable, global Cloud Compute, Cloud GPU, Bare Metal, and Cloud Storage solutions. In December 2024 Vultr announced an equity financing at a $3.5 billion valuation. Founded by David Aninowsky and self-funded for over a decade, Vultr has grown to become the world’s largest privately-held cloud infrastructure company.\nVultr Cares\nExcellent Medical Benefits w/ 100% company paid premiums for employee only plan + 100% company paid dental & vision premiums\n\n401(k) plan that matches 100% up to 4% with immediate vesting\n\nProfessional Development Reimbursement of $2,500 each year\n\n11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover Plan\n\nCommitment matters to Vultr! 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