About Chainguard
What is Chainguard?
Chainguard is a software-supply-chain security company, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Kirkland, Washington. It builds secure-by-default container images and tools that help organisations eliminate open-source vulnerabilities.
Where will I work?
Chainguard is a remote-first company — employees work from anywhere across the US.
What is the Chainguard team like?
Around 790 people work at Chainguard. It is a Great Place to Work — Best Medium Workplace (2025).
Work-Life Balance
Chainguard is a standard five-day-week, remote-first employer recognised on Great Place to Work's Best Medium Workplaces list.
Perks and Benefits
- Remote-first — work from anywhere
- Medical & vision insurance
- Dental coverage
- Equity / stock options
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development