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Careers at Adaptive
Build AI that powersthe built world.
Adaptive is the AI Native Project Accounting Platform for Construction. We're looking for talented people to help us transform how the industry runs its finances.
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Backed by · $26M raised from leading venture capital firms
About us
We're solving a $149 billion problem.
Construction is one of the largest contributors to the economy, yet most companies still run on desktop-based ERPs from the 80s.
AI has the potential to transform finance, accounting, and payment workflows in construction, and Adaptive is leading the charge.
Adaptive AI runs your project accounting end to end
- Contractors
- 7K+
- Active Projects
- 10K+
- Annualized Construction Volume
- $10B
Contractors
Active Projects
Annualized Construction Volume
How we work.
Solve for the long-term
When designing solutions, we think from first principles and with creativity.
Bring the sledgehammer
When we decide on a path, we act urgently. We make substantial progress every single day.
Assists are better than points
We aren't motivated by politics, we're motivated by the opportunity for all of us. This foundation of trust allows us to call each other out and push each other to be drivers.
What our team says.
Solving real, high-impact business problems for customers who genuinely love the product (80 NPS from owners and accountants!) is what makes Adaptive special. Building the product and engineering team around that mission, with a massive market opportunity ahead, is a rare opportunity.
Adaptive is a place where first-principles engineering and AI-driven automation come together to solve hard construction problems, with a collaborative culture that values assists and delivers real, lasting customer impact.
I joined Adaptive because it was clear they recognized and understood a massive problem in construction accounting. I've stayed because the focus and pace of execution is exhilarating and deeply rooted in helping our customers.
I joined Adaptive for the opportunity to bring cutting-edge AI advancements to the construction industry — an incredibly exciting challenge.
I joined Adaptive to solve a massive problem for an often overlooked industry. I love working with a team that moves fast and combines intellectual horsepower with deep customer empathy.
I joined Adaptive because of its deep technical talent — my coworkers are some of the strongest engineers I've ever worked with, and they push me to be better every day.
I enjoy working at Adaptive because we truly put our customers first. It's been incredibly rewarding to build a support team that can succeed, knowing everyone across the company is working toward the same goal and doing it together.
My family owned a contracting business, and I joined Adaptive to work with incredibly talented people who are focused on innovating and solving a massive problem in an industry that is close to home for me.
Building a compelling AI product to disrupt the underserved construction finance industry is exciting enough, but doing it with a team that values winning together rather than individually makes Adaptive's culture the most collaborative I've ever been a part of as an engineer.
- Employees
- 45
- Offices
- New York City & Boston
- In-person work
- Monday – Thursday
How we take care of our team.
Comprehensive health coverage
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of premiums covered by Adaptive.
Retirement planning
100% 401(k) match up to 3% of salary.
Unlimited PTO
Take the time you need to recharge. We trust you to manage your time.
Commuter benefits
Pre-tax commuter benefits to make your commute easier.
Health Savings Account
HSA options to help you save for medical expenses.
Company offsites
Yearly company offsites and quarterly offsites for the Engineering, Product, and Design teams.
NYC office
Join us in our bright Union Square office, where great work meets great perks: ping-pong matches between meetings, catered lunches every Wednesday, monthly happy hours, your favorite snacks on hand, and more.
Boston office
Join our Go-To-Market team in our downtown Boston office — right in the middle of the action. Think monthly happy hours, stocked snacks, and team outings to Red Sox games.
Building together.
From team offsites to ballgames, we believe in celebrating wins together.
Join the team.
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Don't see a role that fits? We'd still love to hear from you.
Email your name, LinkedIn profile, and resume to recruiting@adaptive.build. We'll review your materials and follow up promptly.
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Common questions.
Demand for our platform is accelerating — new customers are joining quickly, and existing customers are driving exciting new product opportunities. We're growing our team to support this momentum and to continue delivering an exceptional product and customer experience as we scale.
Our interview process typically consists of 3 stages: an initial recruiter screen (30 min), a technical or role-specific assessment, and an onsite with future teammates (~3 hours). We move quickly — typically wrapping up within 2–3 weeks — and we're committed to providing clear, timely feedback at every stage.
We're proud to work with talented people from around the world. At this time, we're able to support H-1B transfers and sponsor new TN visas, depending on the role and individual circumstances. While we don't currently sponsor new, cap-subject H-1B visas, we're always transparent about visa eligibility early in the process and happy to discuss options with candidates.
We're a tight-knit team that values ownership, speed, and customer obsession. We celebrate wins together, give direct feedback, and prioritize impact over politics. Our team comes from top companies like Shopify, Carta, and Bain, bringing diverse perspectives to construction technology.
We believe the fastest career growth comes from doing meaningful work alongside talented people. As a growing startup, we give team members early ownership, real responsibility, and the opportunity to work on high-impact problems from day one. Growth is supported through hands-on learning, close collaboration with experienced teammates, regular feedback, and exposure to new challenges as the company scales. Rather than rigid career paths, we focus on helping people grow by expanding scope, increasing ownership, and aligning opportunities with individual strengths and interests.
We're always excited to meet exceptional people. If you don't see a role that's the right fit right now, feel free to reach out to recruiting@adaptive.build with your LinkedIn profile, resume, and a brief note about what you're looking for. We'll keep your information on file and reach out as new opportunities open up.