This is your guide to what it’s like to apply, join, and grow as an engineer at Upside.
We're glad you're here.
At Upside, we don’t just build software — we build long-term partnerships and a culture where engineers thrive. As technology consulting company, we partner with leading global organizations to deliver high-quality solutions for complex projects. As a trusted technology partner and consultant, we work closely with clients across data platforms, AI, and digital commerce in industries such as research, publishing, retail, and finance.
Upside is intentionally built to be a place where your voice is heard and your skills are fully used. We believe great engineers don’t just write code — they ask the right questions, care about outcomes, and influence how things are built. That’s why we’ve created a company where engineers sit close to decision makers, shape solutions from day one, and contribute to a culture of trust, quality, and continuous learning.
This handbook is designed to give you an authentic view of life at Upside. Whether you're actively applying or just curious, you’ll find transparency here: from our recruitment process to our team structure, our values, and our approach to growth. We want to make sure you know who we are before we ever ask you to join us.
This repository is organized into a few focused sections. You can browse them freely:
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📋 Recruitment
Understand the process, timelines, what we look for, and how to prepare. -
💬 FAQ
Answers to common questions about interviews, contracts, remote work, and more. -
🔍 Roles
Explore the engineering roles we hire for and how they contribute to our mission. -
💡 Culture
Learn what makes Upside a unique and meaningful place to work. -
✍️ Onboarding
A look at what happens once you join — how we support you from day one. -
🧑💻 Clients & Projects
Who we work with, what we build, and why it matters. -
💼 Benefits
What we offer to support your health, growth, and work-life balance. -
🚀 Internships
How we run our internship program and what interns can expect.
Browse it like a wiki. You can read it start to finish, or skip to whatever interests you most.
We're constantly improving this content based on feedback from candidates and team members, so feel free to open an issue or email us if you spot something confusing or missing.
We believe hiring should be a two-way discovery process — transparent, respectful, and useful. You’re not just applying for a job. You’re considering joining a team that will shape your day-to-day work, your growth, and your impact.
That’s why this handbook exists: to help you make an informed, confident decision. And to show you that, at Upside, you’ll be more than a hire — you’ll be a contributor from day one.
If you’re thinking about joining Upside, we’d love to meet you.
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The Upside Team