Culture

What it's like here.

Radical Candour

We say what we mean.

Feedback is a gift. We give it freely, directly, and without emotional overhead. If something isn't working, we say so. If something is working, we measure it and scale it.

Mission-Driven

This isn't a job. It's a calling.

Everyone here believes that AI-powered audio can genuinely improve human lives. That shared conviction is what keeps us aligned, productive, and optimistic β€” even when the work is hard.

Flat & Fast

No hierarchy. No bureaucracy.

Three founders. One mission. Everyone else is here to ship. We don't have managers β€” we have owners. Every team member has direct impact on the product and the listener experience.

Benefits

We take care of our people.

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Unlimited access to optimised audio solutions for personal use
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Weekly guided wellness sessions powered by our Breatheβ„’ technology
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Equity. Because when we win, you win. That's alignment.
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San Francisco office with standing desks, oat milk, and natural light

Hiring Soon

We're growing the machine.

We'll be opening roles soon across engineering, audio science, and operations. If you believe in our mission and want to contribute to the future of optimised audio, we'd love to hear from you. Send a brief statement of alignment and your CV to careers@mandatoryoptimism.com.

Please note: We do not accept applications from traditional musicians seeking to transition into audio solutions. Our pipeline is fully automated and does not require manual creative input at any stage.