CodeAI reviews

3.7

56% would recommend to a friend

(31 total reviews)

Hadi Partovi

54% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

CodeAI has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 31 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The CodeAI employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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31 reviews
2.0
Oct 28, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Feels good to work toward education of underserved communities

Cons

Increasingly corporate. Its been taken over by the executive/hr class who, having no experience as engineers or educators, have little discernment between useful work and make work. It’s frustrating to not be able to pursue the mission. Its sad because the code.org I joined was excellent, produced high value curriculum, and was far more efficient than the corporatacracy that has grown in its place.

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CodeAI Response
8mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective and for your many years of dedication to our mission. We deeply value the passion, expertise, and institutional knowledge of the team members who’ve helped build Code.org into what it is today. As our organization has grown, we’ve worked hard to preserve the spirit of our early days while building the structure and scale needed to sustain a global mission. We believe strong leadership comes from a diversity of roles and experiences, across engineering, education, and beyond, which strengthens our ability to serve students and teachers worldwide. This diversity isn’t a replacement for what made Code.org great; it’s an evolution of it. Many of our leaders started out in different roles, and we’re proud of how often we’ve been able to promote from within. At the same time, as a small nonprofit, growth sometimes looks different here. We know not every development opportunity takes the form of a new title and we believe the most meaningful growth comes from the impact we create together, helping millions of students and teachers discover the power of AI and computer science. Empowering doers and educators has always been at the heart of our culture, and our organizational principles are designed to ensure that spirit continues to thrive as we evolve. If anyone feels their contributions aren’t being fully valued, we want to understand why. We encourage open, direct dialogue with managers, our VP of Engineering, or our People team so we can keep improving and ensure Code.org remains a great place to do meaningful work. Thank you again for your continued commitment to expanding access to computer science and AI education for every student.
5.0
Sep 18, 2025

Summer internship

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Solid company, relaxed work culture, interesting work that makes an impact, remote work

Cons

no cons from my experience

5.0
Feb 12, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Code.org is an incredible place to work, especially if you’re passionate about education, equity, and making a real impact. The organization’s mission to expand access to computer science is deeply ingrained in everything we do, and it’s inspiring to be part of a team that’s truly making a difference in students’ lives. Leadership is supportive and transparent, and there’s a strong culture of collaboration and inclusivity. Work-life balance is respected and highly encouraged. One will be amazed to see the impact of their work at such deep levels. If you’re looking for a workplace where you can grow, be inspired, and contribute to something bigger than yourself, Code.org is the place to be!

Cons

Code.org is full of passionate people who care deeply about the organization and its mission. This strong emotional investment creates a culture which might feel intense for those who prefer a more detached or transactional work environment.

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CodeAI Response
1y
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear that you find Code.org to be a meaningful, collaborative, and inspiring place to work. Our mission is at the heart of everything we do, and it’s our dedicated team that makes it all possible. We recognize that our shared passion for the mission can create a deeply engaged and fast-paced environment, and we strive to balance that with a culture of support and transparency. We appreciate your insights and your contributions to our work—thank you for being part of the Code.org team.
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