We’re people-centered problem solvers working to improve government in meaningful ways
We’re a passionate, mission-driven team who believes government at all levels can and should work well for everyone. Get to know the people showing that it’s possible.

OUR VISION

The world as we’d like to see it
Government can work for the people, by the people, in the digital age.

We believe government at all levels can and should work well for all people. We use insights and ideas from real people to guide us to real solutions that break down barriers to meet community needs and improve government in meaningful ways. Let’s make it work for everyone.

OUR MISSION

How we intend to make our vision real
Code for America works shoulder to shoulder with community organizations and government to build digital tools and services, change policies, and improve programs.
 

1. Partnership
   We partner with government and community organizations with access to the resources and digital talent that can meaningfully impact some of the world’s toughest societal challenges.
2. Empowerment
   We create change that empowers government and community organizations with the tools and skills to change people’s lives, especially those most in need.
3. Transformation
   We connect and convene people from inside and outside government, and from all over the world to inspire each other, share successes, learn, build, and transform government systems.

OUR VALUES

Everything we do at Code for America is driven by our core values
 

• Listen First
  Empathy is at the core of our work. We know we don’t have all the answers. We listen carefully and try our best to understand and meet people where they are today.
• Include Those Who’ve Been Excluded
  We strive to reach people and communities who have been left out by leveraging our resources to create a more just and equitable world. We believe that we all do better when we all do better.
• Act with Intention
  We don’t hesitate to go after big, complex problems—and we build together with those who have been doing this work for decades. We find our way over obstacles, and we make it work.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

A diverse workforce and inclusive culture are central to our work at Code for America

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both our workplace and in our work.
At Code for America, we strive to create lasting change and build equitable, people-centered government systems that work well for everyone. Equity is not just a core value, but also at the center of our work. We don’t just talk about the promise of an America built on equity, respect, dignity, and freedom—we create and measure it. We must address deep inequities threaded into our country’s history and work toward more equitable outcomes for the people we serve. To that end, in addition to our work changing government systems, we have also prioritized an overall vision for what it means to be a truly equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization—where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel a sense of shared belonging. With our DEI work, we strive to be a leader in tech ecosystems—and beyond.

Careers

Our team
Code for America is made up of people-centered problem solvers: technologists, advocates, storytellers, and organizers from many different backgrounds and communities around the country. We’re committed to building an organization that looks like the people we serve.

Why work at Code for America?
Together, we work to break down barriers to government services and improve people’s experiences with government programs in meaningful ways. We’re known for building digital tools, but the work doesn’t stop there. We seek to transform government by showing what’s possible when communities are included in policy and service design. Read more about how we’re building a movement to make lasting impact.

Are you ready to help us drive change that lasts?