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Link to this sectionPeople & Benefits 👥#

Welcome to the People & Benefits section of the Ultralytics Handbook. This area covers everything related to your experience as a team member, from your first day through your ongoing career development.

Link to this sectionOverview#

At Ultralytics, we believe in supporting our team members through comprehensive policies, transparent practices, and a culture that values growth and well-being. This section provides guidance on:

  • Onboarding: Your roadmap for the first 90 days
  • Time Off: PTO policy, holidays, and sick leave
  • Finance: Travel, relocation, and referral bonuses
  • Career Growth: Development opportunities and progression

Link to this sectionIn-Office Experience 🏢#

Our High-Resolution Hybrid model makes the office a performance advantage: company-paid lunch every Wednesday for in-office employees, immediate access to higher-spec hardware and lab setups, purpose-built collaboration spaces for whiteboarding and debugging, and faster decision loops with your team. The office is the perk that keeps latency low and innovation high.

Link to this sectionQuick Links 🔗#

Link to this sectionGetting Started#

Link to this sectionTime Off & Benefits#

Link to this sectionCareer & Growth#

  • Career Progression Framework - Overview, promotion process, and track switching
  • Performance Reviews - Quarterly reviews in Rippling with growth planning; compensation is reviewed annually
  • Learning Budget - Annual budget for courses, books, and conferences (contact HR for current amounts)

Link to this sectionRewards & Recognition#

Link to this sectionFor All Team Members 🚀#

Getting Started

Begin here:

  1. Read the Onboarding Guide - Your complete first 90 days roadmap
  2. Review Mission & Values - Understand what drives us
  3. Check Hardware Policy - Know what equipment to expect
  4. Explore Our Workflows - See how we build and innovate

Link to this sectionTime Off & Leave 📅#

All team members receive:

  • 25 days annual PTO (24 days + 1 birthday)
  • Public holidays in your country of residence
  • Unlimited sick leave as needed
  • Tenure bonuses: Additional PTO days every 2 years of service

See complete PTO Policy for details on requesting time off, rollover limits, and tenure bonuses.

Link to this sectionRequesting Time Off#

Provide minimum 2 weeks notice for vacation, following these steps:

  1. Submit request in Rippling
  2. Wait for manager approval
  3. Update team calendar and Slack status

Link to this sectionCareer Development 📈#

Link to this sectionCareer Progression Framework#

Ultralytics provides clear career paths through two tracks, allowing you to advance based on your strengths and interests:

Individual Contributor (IC) Track - IC1 through IC9

Management Track - M4 through M10

  • Organizational leadership and people development
  • Achieving results through building and leading teams
  • Strategic direction and resource management
  • See complete Management level descriptions

Key Resources:

Both tracks are valued equally and offer equivalent compensation and growth potential at similar scope levels.

Link to this sectionLearning & Growth#

  • Annual Learning Budget: Books, courses, certifications, and workshops
  • Conference Attendance: Relevant industry conferences with expenses covered
  • Internal Training: Regular workshops, and knowledge sharing
  • Mentorship Program: Pairing with senior team members
  • Side Projects: 10% time for exploring new ideas (with manager approval)

Contact HR for current learning budget amounts and policies.

Link to this sectionPerformance Reviews#

  • Quarterly reviews via Rippling every 3 months
  • 360° feedback from manager, peers, and direct reports
  • Growth planning with clear development goals aligned to career levels
  • Career progression with defined levels and promotion criteria
  • Compensation reviews conducted annually at year-end, applied in Q1 (January paycheck)
  • Community Presence (Core Competency): Consistent participation in Anchor Days (Tue/Wed/Thu) keeps you on track for meeting expectations and promotions; protected leave and documented exceptions are exempt, and we review badge data to credit consistent attendance.

Link to this sectionInternal Mobility#

We encourage internal transfers and role changes:

  • Discuss with your manager first
  • Must be meeting expectations in current role
  • Typically requires 12+ months in position
  • Interviews may be required for significant changes

Link to this sectionCompensation & Equity 💰#

Ultralytics offers competitive Series A-level compensation including:

  • Market-rate salaries benchmarked against top tech companies
  • Meaningful equity grants with a 90-day post-termination exercise window
  • Performance bonuses for exceptional contributions
  • Comprehensive benefits package

Link to this sectionFinance & Expenses 💳#

Link to this sectionExpense Reimbursement#

  • Under $3,000: Pay personally, submit receipts by the monthly cutoff, and receive approved expenses together in the next monthly reimbursement batch
  • $3,000+: Get pre-approval, then submit receipts after purchase

See Finance Handbook for complete reimbursement procedures.

Link to this sectionTravel#

  • Per Diem: Covers all meals, ground transportation, and incidentals
  • Airfare: Economy class only, reimbursed separately
  • Advance Notice: 2 weeks minimum for travel booking

See Travel Policy for per diem rates by city.

Link to this sectionRelocation#

Eligible employees relocating to hub cities (Madrid, London, Shenzhen):

  • $10,000 flat one-time payment
  • Pre-approval required; 30-minute commute to hub required
  • 24-month clawback schedule applies

See Relocation Policy for eligibility criteria.

Link to this sectionPolicies & Compliance ⚖️#

Link to this sectionAI-First Expectation#

At Ultralytics, our AI-first principle is woven into every role. We aggressively leverage approved AI tools and automations to accelerate workflows, enhance quality, and drive innovation. This mandate comes with a critical responsibility: apply rigorous judgment to ensure data security and output accuracy.

Link to this sectionRequired Training#

All employees complete annual mandatory training via Vanta:

  • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
  • General Security Awareness
  • Secure Development Training (for technical roles)

Link to this sectionCode of Conduct#

Review our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics for:

  • Workplace behavior standards
  • Anti-discrimination and harassment policies
  • Conflicts of interest guidelines
  • Data protection responsibilities

Also review our Social Media Policy for professional conduct and brand representation guidelines.

Link to this sectionSupport & Resources 💬#

Link to this sectionWho to Contact#

  • HR Questions: Contact your manager or the HR team in #hr
  • IT/Technical: Use the #it-support Slack channel
  • Finance: Ask in #finance for expenses, reimbursements, or benefits
  • Legal: legal@ultralytics.com for contracts and compliance
  • Security: security@ultralytics.com for incidents

Link to this sectionKey Resources#

  • Rippling: HR portal for PTO requests, profile updates, and equipment
  • Vanta: Compliance training and security policies
  • Ultralytics Portal: Your gateway to onboarding, real-time dashboards, powerful AI agent controls, and essential ops tools.
  • FAQ: Common questions and answers
  • Handbook GitHub: Submit improvements via PR

Link to this sectionQuestions? 💡#

Can't find what you're looking for?

  • Search the handbook using the search bar at the top
  • Ask your manager for policy clarifications or personal matters
  • Contact HR for benefits, leave, or employee relations
  • Submit a PR to improve this handbook for everyone
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