Benefits at CarGurus

401(K)

We offer traditional and Roth 401K plans through Fidelity with automatic enrollment after 30 days. CarGurus will match 50% of your contributions up to 8%. Employee contributions are always 100% vested

401(K) matching

CarGurus matches 50 cents of every dollar of your 401K contributions up to 8% of your eligible compensation. You're 50% vested after one year of employment, 100% vested after two

Company equity

We offer Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to new hires, subject to time-based vesting tied to employment. Gurus have the potential to earn more RSUs through retention programs and eligible promotions

Charitable contribution matching

Drive Change, CarGurus' charitable giving program, includes donation matching opportunities, as well as corporate giving, annual service weeks, and a charity auction

Performance bonus

We recognize and reward success. Depending on your role, you may be eligible for our sales incentive or employee bonus program, which are designed to align with individual and company performance

Pay transparency

Adoption Assistance

All employees are eligible for 8 weeks of parental leave plus 4 weeks for adoption/foster care. We reimburse adoption expenses of up to $10K annually, up to $20K, through Carrot Fertility

Childcare benefits

Care.com membership gives Gurus access to babysitters, nannies, senior caregivers, home health aides, dog walkers, pet sitters, and more plus 8 free days of emergency backup care

Company sponsored family events

We connect regularly in and out of the office through private team events and CG-wide celebrations, including a Presidents Club winners trip and legendary company party (IYKYK)

Family medical leave

CarGurus has a private plan through SunLife, which provides benefit amounts above those available through the MA Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) program

Generous parental leave

For birthing parents, we offer 100% paid medical leave up to 16 weeks plus 15 days of gradual return. For non-birthing parents, we offer 100% paid leave up to 8 weeks consecutively or intermittently

Restricted work hours

We respect after-hours and PTO boundaries, and encourage Gurus to pause notifications, block focus time, and update their Slack status to help manage their time

Return-to-work program post parental leave

Fertility benefits

To supplement BCBS coverage, all Gurus get fertility health and family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility including adoption, in vitro fertilization, egg/sperm freezing, and menopause support

Commuter benefits

Our commuter benefit covers up to $315 monthly for parking, train fare, and other commuting expenses. A quarterly stipend is available to those who walk or bike to the office

Company-sponsored outings

We connect regularly in and out of the office, including at our legendary annual party. IYKYK

Fitness stipend

Get $150 back for fitness activities and another $150 for qualified weight loss programs. HQ employees get free access to in-building gym and all Gurus get a subscription to Studio SWEAT fitness app

Free daily meals

In-office Gurus get a $15 daily lunch stipend toward 9-12 restaurants, making them free for most, with delivery to the office. We ensure options reflect diverse cuisines and accommodate food allergies

Company-sponsored happy hours

We host regular happy hours with non-alcoholic options and fun bites. For more casual hangouts, our HQ game room and roof deck are equipped with beer taps

Onsite gym

Onsite office parking

Our commuter benefit covers up to $315 monthly (the federal maximum) to use at our on-site or nearby parking garages

Recreational clubs

Gurus connect in-person and virtually for game nights, Peloton rides, book clubs, travel talk, scotch tastings, dining out, and more

Relocation assistance

Relocation assistance is available depending on role level and location. Ask your recruiter for details

Free snacks and drinks

We offer an array of high-quality snacks. Our HQ has a fully staffed barista bar that serves complimentary espresso-based drinks to order, plus cold brew, kombucha, and beer on tap

Some meals provided

A $15 stipend makes lunch free for most; we also offer many high-quality snacks and beverages. Our Dining Club connects employees and leaders for local restaurant dinners every quarter

Home-office stipend for remote employees

Our IT Service Desk provides a number of peripherals and accessories for at-home productivity for full-time remote Gurus

Meditation space

Mother's room

Continuing education stipend

We offer up to $10K per calendar year for tuition reimbursement for graduate-level courses and $5K for undergrad. Plus, all Gurus have access to over 16K courses through LinkedIn Learning

Customized development tracks

Job training & conferences

Our Career Development Model includes time for outside learning and development. We think this makes our people more well-rounded and connected

Mentorship program

Our popular Elevate mentorship program pairs employees with experienced leaders to discuss personal and professional development while growing participants' skills and network

Online course subscriptions available

Paid industry certifications

To help our Gurus reach their personal and professional development goals, we offer stipends for industry certifications that vary by role and department

Promote from within

Lunch and learns

Our regular info sessions include a monthly "Welcome, Ask Me Anything" (WAMA) series with senior leaders, quarterly Town Halls, and product and skill-focused seminars with internal and external SMEs

Continuing education available during work hours

Our Career Development Model builds in time for outside learning and development, and we encourage Gurus to pause notifications and block focus time as needed, including for LinkedIn Learning courses

Tuition reimbursement

We offer up to $10K per calendar year for tuition reimbursement for graduate-level courses and $5K for undergrad for employees working 30+ hours a week

Personal development training

Virtual coaching services

Apprenticeship programs

Our early career programs make soon-to-be and recent grads fully immersed members of our teams. We supplement their daily work with professional development workshops and networking events

Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff

Diversity manifesto

Documented equal pay policy

Highly diverse management team

Diverse voices power innovation! Our managers, directors, and leaders bring a range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to our work each day

Mean gender pay gap below 10%

Mandated unconscious bias training

Unconscious bias has the potential to impact decision-making, team dynamics, and career growth. Training on how to identify, challenge, and avoid it is required to be completed by all Gurus

Diversity employee resource groups

We have 8 ERGs that welcome, support, and connect Gurus—AccessAbililty@CG, AAPI@CG, CareGivers@CG, CG Salutes Service, LGBTQ+@CG, Parents@CG, POC@CG, and Women@CG plus Women in Tech and Women in Sal

Hiring practices that promote diversity

We source candidates with a range of backgrounds and use structured interviewing to ensure consistency in how we evaluate candidates. All recruiters and hiring managers have unconscious bias training

Diversity recruitment program

We source talent from job boards, career fairs, learning programs, and student organizations that support candidates from underrepresented groups

Dental insurance

Our no-deductible dental coverage includes 4 cleanings a year and orthodontia coverage for children and adults

Disability insurance

In the event of a non-work-related injury or sickness, CarGurus pays a monthly benefit for short-term disability for up to 12 weeks, and long-term disability for those who qualify

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

To best support our Gurus and their families, CarGurus offers three different Flexible Spending Accounts to help employees cover qualified health care and/or dependent care expenses

Health insurance

Health insurance is provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield with two PPO options to choose from including a PPO Saver Plan with HSA, to which CG contributes

Life insurance

We offer Basic Life and AD&D Insurance through Sun Life Financial, providing beneficiaries with 2X your annual earnings up to $500K. Add'l coverage can be purchased for spouse/kids/domestic partner

Pet insurance

Gurus love their furry, feathered, and scaly friends. We offer a pet insurance discount program through MetLife

Team workouts

Gurus break a sweat in-person and virtually through an onsite gym (Boston only), gym discount, #peloton Slack channel, and Studio SWEAT onDemand membership

Vision insurance

Our vision coverage includes an annual eye exam as well as contacts, lenses, and frames. Gurus also have access to discounts on prescriptions and laser vision correction

Wellness programs

Visit our wellness rooms for prayer, quiet time, and meditation. Ongoing programming includes onsite eye exams, nutrition and mental health seminars, Red Cross first aid training, and more

Mental health benefits

Gurus get a free Headspace subscription, counseling/support services through our Employee Assistance Program, and access to guest speakers covering stress management, burnout prevention, and more

Transgender health care benefits

Wellness days

We supplement our flexible hybrid model and unlimited personal/sick time off with periodic mental health days off each year and ongoing wellness programming like on-site yoga and expert talks

Abortion travel benefits

We cover travel for reproductive care that's not available in-state, such as transportation, car rental, mileage, and lodging costs. 1:1 virtual visits with fertility health experts are also available

Volunteer in local community

CarGurus' Drive Change program empowers employees to make real impact through charitable giving, donation matching, sponsorship support, and volunteerism via 2 Service Weeks for employees each year

Flexible work schedule

We have a hybrid model; employees are in the office 40% of the time. They work with their managers to find the cadence that makes sense for them and their teams

Open door policy

Open office floor plan

Pair programming

Partners with nonprofits

CG partners with many orgs working to drive equity and inclusion, support people in need, and train tomorrow's tech leaders including, Resilient Coders, the Red Sox Foundation, and Hack.Diversity

Remote work program

Field sales roles are remote by design, as are other roles on a case-by-case basis. Gurus can add up to 2 weeks of remote work to vacation travel with manager approval

Team based strategic planning

OKR operational model

Employee resource groups

Employee-led culture committees

Quarterly engagement surveys

Hybrid work model

In-person all-hands meetings

Many CG teams have regular, in-person all-hands meetings at which they share updates, celebrate success, recognize individual contributions, and discuss what's to come

In-person revenue kickoff

President's club

Employee awards

Generous PTO

Gurus get vacation and holiday time + unlimited sick and personal time off. The use the latter for medical appointments, kids' school events, deliveries, religious holidays we don't have off, etc.

Paid volunteer time

CarGurus offers paid volunteer time during our annual service week through which we support nonprofit partners with career coaching, food prep and service, waste cleanup, and more

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Unlimited sick leave gives Gurus time off to care for their own physical or mental health and/or that of a family member

Sabbatical

Get one month off after 5 years at CarGurus, and another after 10. People use this time to take dream vacations, visit family abroad, and attend playoff games... or to do nothing at all!

Flexible time off

Bereavement leave benefits

Company-wide vacation

We supplement our flexible hybrid model, vacation time off, and 12 company holidays plus unlimited personal/sick time with periodic mental health days off each year