Frequently Asked Questions about Mapbox Careers

Mapbox has a casual dress code. Employees are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that reflects the company's culture, including jeans, t-shirts, and sneakers. The company also allows its employees to dress in business casual attire for certain occasions.

Mapbox is committed to fostering an inclusive environment of mutual respect where everyone feels welcome and is treated fairly and equitably. We strive to build and maintain an environment of respect and inclusion, with a focus on welcoming and celebrating the diversity of our employees, customers, and partners. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences contribute to our success and are essential to the innovation and creativity that drives our business. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves and are empowered to reach their fullest potential.

At Mapbox, performance reviews occur twice a year, typically in April and October.

The job search process at Mapbox typically starts with a resume/CV and cover letter submission. Following this, applicants will typically be asked to complete a series of assessments to evaluate their skills and qualifications. This can include online coding challenges, a technical interview, and a video interview. Once a candidate has passed these assessments, they will be invited for an on-site interview. During the on-site interview, candidates will typically be asked to present a technical project, and the interviewers will ask a mixture of technical and behavioral questions. Following the on-site interview, a hiring manager will review the feedback and make a decision. Candidates may also be asked to complete a background check before they are offered the job.

Mapbox offers all employees a minimum of three weeks of paid vacation in addition to 10 bank holidays. Employees can choose to take their vacation days as they please, but they should always discuss their vacation plans with their manager first. All vacation requests must be approved by a manager, and vacation time should be scheduled in advance.

No, a portfolio is not necessarily required to apply for a role at Mapbox. However, depending on the role, having a portfolio may be beneficial to your application.

Yes, you can certainly apply for more than one role at Mapbox. However, you should make sure that you tailor each individual application to the specific role and that you have the necessary qualifications and experience for each role.

Yes, Mapbox offers part-time work opportunities in a variety of roles. These roles may include customer service, software engineering, data science, product design and more. You can view current open positions on the Mapbox Careers page.

At Mapbox, the onboarding process typically begins with a meeting with the new hire’s team lead to discuss the role, team structure, and expectations. This meeting is usually followed by an introduction to the company and its culture. Next, the new hire will receive an orientation to the office, meet their team and colleagues, and receive an overview of the tools and processes they will be using. Throughout the onboarding process, new hires will have access to leadership, resources, and mentors to help them better adjust to their new role. The onboarding process concludes with a review of the new hire’s first 30 days, setting goals for the first 90 days, and a review of their performance.

Yes, Mapbox offers flexible working hours. Employees have the flexibility to choose when and where they work, as long as they meet their deadlines. They can also request remote working arrangements, which is a great way to accommodate family and other commitments.

No, you do not need to have programming experience to apply for a role at Mapbox. However, you may need to have some experience in digital mapping, software engineering, UX/UI design, or another relevant field.

Yes, Mapbox offers an internship program for students. Internships are available in a variety of fields, including software engineering, product design, data science, and marketing. Internships are typically offered in the summer and are based in Mapbox's San Francisco office.

Mapbox offers a variety of training programs, including on-site and online courses, developer training, webinars, and live webinars. The on-site and online courses cover topics such as Mapbox GL JS, Mapbox Studio, and Mapbox Mobile SDKs. The developer training provides hands-on coding experience and covers topics such as Mapbox APIs, Mapbox GL JS, and the Mapbox Enterprise platform. The webinars cover topics such as the Mapbox platform, the Mapbox Mobile SDKs, and the Mapbox Studio. The live webinars provide an interactive experience with Mapbox experts and cover topics such as the Mapbox platform, Mapbox GL JS, and using Mapbox tools.

Yes, Mapbox offers international travel opportunities for its employees. Mapbox has offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, London, and Berlin, and employees have the opportunity to travel to these offices for work or conferences. Additionally, employees have the opportunity to attend conferences and events around the world.

Mapbox offers a variety of career advancement opportunities to employees. These include opportunities for career-track promotions, lateral moves to new roles, and international relocation. Additionally, Mapbox offers a wide range of training and development programs, including mentorship programs, skills-based trainings, and leadership development programs. Mapbox also has a range of internal job openings and actively encourages employees to apply for new roles.

Mapbox does not offer relocation assistance for employees.

Mapbox is a mapping platform for developers and designers that enables the design and publication of custom maps. It provides a library of custom designed maps, as well as tools for creating, editing, and publishing maps. Mapbox also provides APIs and SDKs for embedding maps into web and mobile applications.

The interview process for a technical role at Mapbox typically consists of several stages, including a phone or video interview, a technical assessment, and one or more in-person interviews. The phone or video interview is often conducted by a Mapbox recruiter and is designed to assess your technical knowledge, communication skills, and interest in the role. The technical assessment may include coding exercises, a take-home project, or a whiteboarding session. Finally, the in-person interviews typically involve a panel of Mapbox engineers and may include technical discussions, problem solving and behavioral questions.

Mapbox employees receive a range of support for professional development including access to mentorship, internal and external training, and tuition reimbursement for relevant coursework. Additionally, the company offers a generous learning and development budget for each employee.

Mapbox employees typically begin their careers with a combination of technical and business roles. Those interested in product and design may start as a product manager or designer, while those interested in engineering may take on roles as software engineers or data scientists. As employees gain experience and develop their skills, they can move up into more senior roles such as product director, engineering manager, or director of data science.