Given our globally distributed team, we avoid using region-specific time zones (e.g., "Pacific Time / PST") and instead default to UTC as our standard. When communicating across the organization, please use UTC time. If you’re unsure of your corresponding UTC time, a quick Google search will help you find it.
Example: If you live in the Eastern Time Zone, you are UTC-4.
At Autonomy Labs, we value autonomy and trust. We empower our team members to set their own working hours and schedules. The responsibility that comes with this autonomy is to work effectively and efficiently, ensuring that tasks are completed with high quality while also prioritizing self-care and rest.
We don’t distinguish between "overtime" or "regular time;" we don’t track hours. We trust our team to manage their time responsibly and complete their work efficiently.
At Autonomy Labs, we embrace an open-source culture that encourages transparency and collaboration. Working in the open means our work is visible, open to feedback, and accountable. Examples of this practice include:
At Autonomy Labs, the onus is on you to find the information you need before asking questions. This approach minimizes unnecessary distractions and encourages everyone to ensure their work is open and accessible. If you’ve been away, it’s your responsibility to catch up on documented progress, rather than expecting others to verbally update you.