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FAQs

  • What makes Gecko a great place to work?

    At Gecko, we embrace change, get things done, and have a blast while doing it. We're vibrant, remote team full of creativity, technical brilliance, and loads of laughs. We foster a fun, supportive, and high-energy virtual environment where creativity and excellence thrive. Join us for a career that’s anything but ordinary! 👋


    • What's Gecko's mission?

      We're here to shake up student engagement with innovative solutions that make us the top choice for universities worldwide. 🚀

    • What are Gecko's values?

      Our values? Be motivated by change, always keep learning, work as a team, and put our customers first. It’s what makes us tick. 🏆

      • What is the company culture like at Gecko?

        Think dynamic, inclusive, and loads of fun. We've very much a JFDI attitude and value innovation, teamwork and a perfect balance between work and life. 💫

      • How does Gecko support remote work?

        We thrive remotely using comms tools like Slack and our virtual office, on Gather, to stay connected. We enjoy flexible hours and regular virtual and in-person meet-ups and even workation options for working from inspiring locations. 🌍

      • Are there opportunities for in-person meetings or events?

        Yes! We mix things up with regular virtual fun, as well as occasional team meet-ups and semi-annual company meet-ups to keep our team spirit high. 🥳

      • How does Gecko promote work-life balance?

        We enjoy flexible working hours, a 34-hour workweek, 33 days of holiday, and an optional 4-day workweek. Balance is key - we believe in working hard and playing hard and get things done efficiently, giving you time to enjoy life outside of work! ⚖️


        • What benefits and perks can I expect at Gecko?

          In addition to a shorter 34-hour workweek, flexible working day, 4-day workweek and 33 days of holiday, you can also expect a home office setup, workations, private healthcare, life insurance, pension contributions, and more. Plus, a whole lot of fun! 🌟

        • What is the application process like at Gecko?

          Our hiring process is simple and straightforward. Start by submitting your CV/resume and answering the application questions on our careers page. Successful candidates will go through initial screening, followed by interview rounds that include a technical 'deep dive' and team engagement. Our interviews are designed to feel like natural conversations, allowing for organic discussions rather than prescriptive Q&A sessions. We aim to move fast, but as a small team, we appreciate your patience throughout the process. 🧑‍💻

          • How can I prepare for an interview at Gecko?

            Be yourself! Know our mission, values, and products. Share your experiences and how they align with Gecko and what we do. Showcase how get sh*t done and can deliver. And overall, relax, we’re friendly! Our interviews are more like conversations, focusing on how you think and solve problems.

          • What should I include in my application?

            A killer CV/resume and answer all of the application questions, remembering to include examples of your awesome work. Show us why you’re the perfect fit! If you don't make the effort then we've no choice but to presume that you're not really interested.  📝

          • How does Gecko use AI in its recruitment process?

            At Gecko, we embrace GenAI to enhance our recruitment process, making it more efficient and insightful. AI helps us with initial application screening, identifying key skills, and providing deeper insights into candidate profiles. However, authenticity is key - AI tools are used to support rather than replace the unique qualities and experiences of each candidate. Our goal is to find the best fit for both the role and our company culture through a balanced approach of technology and personal interaction. 🤖

            For more details, visit our GenAI in Job Applications page...

          • What technologies does Gecko use?

            Cutting-edge tech! We leverage the latest in AI and machine learning for our solutions and use tools like Gather and Slack for seamless remote work. We're always exploring new tools to help us work smarter and faster. 💻

          • What kind of career development opportunities does Gecko offer?

            With a learning mindset as one of our values, you can tell we're big on growth. We'll support you in pursuing the training, courses, and conferences you need to advance your career. You tell us what you need, and we'll help you get there. 📚

            • How does Gecko ensure diversity and inclusion?

              We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, with hiring practices and policies that reflect this dedication - and we're always striving to improve! 💚

            Still got questions? Contact our hiring team 📧 for more support.

            About Gecko

            We build software that helps universities connect with their students in ways that actually work. Over 200 million interactions across 150+ institutions globally, and we're just getting started.

            We're a team of around 40 people who care about doing good work, moving fast, and building something that genuinely matters to the people using it. AI is at the heart of where we're going, and we're building that future now, not planning to.

            If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, take a look at our workplace & culture. 🚀

            Already working at Gecko?

            Let’s recruit together and find your next colleague.

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