Life and work in Helsinki
The capital of the world’s happiest country is characterized by a functional, clean, and safe society with a free world class education system. You can explore our cool buzzing capital as a foodie, a cyclist or a culture vulture. Alternatively, enjoy the outdoors in the green natural environment that’s easily reached from every part of the city. Finland is a country of thousands of lakes and summer cabins and offers diversity ranging from the serene snowy Lapland to the peace and quiet of the Archipelago.
With AlphaSense you get to combine the best of both worlds—working for a NYC-headquartered dynamic and driven company while enjoying the Nordic values-based work-life balance. If you see yourself in a diverse team made up of people from all over the world working together towards a common goal in a supporting and encouraging environment, have curiosity and a passion for technology and thrive in playing a part in the story of a fast-growing company—AlphaSense might just be your place!
Ideal candidate traits
If you identify as a team player and you are humble, hungry, and smart with Sisu — we would love to get to know you. We believe these qualities to be vital to building a strong, productive, and collaborative work environment, where everyone is committed to achieving common goals and working towards shared success.
We are looking for people who are willing to learn from others, who can put their egos aside and prioritize the needs of the team. You should also be highly motivated, driven to succeed, and always looking for ways to improve. We value emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative spirit that enables them to build strong relationships with teammates and work effectively towards shared goals.
At AlphaSense we are committed to fostering a work culture that encourages these qualities and values the contributions of team players who exhibit them. We seek to match the ambition of ideal team players by offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, providing the resources and support necessary to achieve their goals, and creating an environment where hard work, dedication, and teamwork are celebrated and rewarded. At AlphaSense we are building teams of ideal players who embody the values of Sisu, driving the company’s success and helping us to create a positive impact on the world.
Our core value is Sisu
Sisu is a unique Finnish concept that embodies qualities such as bravery, grit, determination, and innovation. At AlphaSense, the company sees Sisu as a crucial ingredient for success and an essential part of their team’s culture. The company strives to embody the concept of Sisu in their work, encouraging their team members to exhibit inner strength and an unwavering spirit in the face of challenges. By embracing our Sisu, we aim to cultivate a work culture that encourages teamwork, innovation, and a sense of personal ownership, while providing opportunities for personal and professional growth for our team members.
Why join AlphaSense?
People are our #1 priority
We treat our employees like people. Whether you’re a seller or an engineer, we are committed to making sure you are seen and heard. And, with our generous PTO offering, you have the time outside of work to be the best person you can be at work.
We're product-led and customer-obsessed
Our platform is innovative, and our customers love us. If you love seeing your work quickly impact our customers’ lives and out in the wild, you will thrive here.
We're learners and growers
We’re building a culture where professional and personal growth are just as important as business growth. Not only do we offer the support and learning you need to do the best work of your career, but we provide flexible work arrangements and a culture of celebration and recognition.
Benefits
We have a simple philosophy when it comes to employee benefits: give, listen, and evolve.
From flexible working models to volunteering opportunities, we want your benefits to support your personal and professional growth.
“Relocating to Helsinki was a big step, but Finland’s emphasis on inclusivity and balance opened up a world of opportunities. I’ve been able to build my career, embrace new hobbies, and find a great work-life balance—Helsinki truly offers the space to thrive.”
Maria, Bangladesh
“Relocating with Alphasense was a great adventure, Finland is a very interesting place full of surprises, and Helsinki is a charming capital that changes every season.”
Thalles, Brazil
“Relocating with AlphaSense was smooth! Helsinki has all the ingredients for a good life and offered a nice opportunity for personal and professional growth.”
Tony, UK
“After 13 years of living & working in Finland from Malawi, I can honestly say Finland is home for me, it wasn’t roses and rainbows at the beginning but Finland has brought new beginnings, new opportunities, and new experiences, that I could have only dreamed of!!”
Annie, Malawi
“Relocating to Helsinki, Finland, and working for AlphaSense was a smooth transition. My family and I settled into life here effortlessly and quickly found our rhythm.”
Luc, Vietnam
“integrating into life in Finland with my young family was seamless. Relocating to Finland offers families, especially those with children, unparalleled opportunities, experiences, and rewards. At AlphaSense, I play a key role in shaping our workforce mobility strategies, and believe our diverse workforce with a rich mix of nationalities will continue to draw top talent from global markets.”
Frazer, UK & USTalent Mobility is in our DNA
Talent Mobility is in our DNA. At AlphaSense, talent knows no borders. Our unwavering commitment to sourcing, hiring, relocating, and integrating global talent is a testament to our dedication to building a diverse and dynamic workforce. From our humble beginnings in Helsinki, where we were just a small startup with fewer than five employees, we have successfully attracted top talent from Brazil to Vietnam. Our company’s success is fueled by the exceptional skills and diverse perspectives of our team members. We go above and beyond to ensure that every step of the relocation process is seamless, providing comprehensive support that covers every detail. From housing assistance and visa applications to integrating into new communities and schools, we handle it all—ensuring that our employees and their families feel at home from day one. At AlphaSense, we believe that with the right support, there are no limits to how far your career can go. Explore a world of possibilities with us today.
Guide to the interview process
Connect with talent acquisition
Interview with the hiring manager
Technical test
Meeting the team
Final interview
Technologies used
ReactJS, TypeScript, Micro Frontends
NodeJS, TypeScript, GraphQL, Java 17, Spring Boot, Python, FastAPI
Java 17, Spring Boot, Python, FastAPI, Kafka
Apache Solr, Elasticsearch, Vector Search, ML, LLM, Pytorch, Tensorflow
AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, Crossplane, Argo CD
Cypress, Selenium, Selenide, Playwright, Rest Assured, K6, Prometheus, Loki, Grafana