At Columbus, curiosity is not just encouraged, it is expected. We believe that when people stay curious, build trust, collaborate, and deliver customer success, great things happen. Our values are more than words, they are how we work and win together, every day.
If you join us, our promise is simple. You will thrive in a flexible, modern workplace where your well-being and growth matter. You will have the freedom to build new skills, explore bold ideas, and make a real impact, while being part of a team that moves forward, together.
Leadership here is for everyone. You are trusted to take initiative, think big, and help shape what comes next. We listen, support each other, share ideas openly, and challenge the status quo so we can grow stronger as one team.
Ready to shape the future with us?
Welcome to Columbus.
Do you share our values?
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We are explorers!
- We study and learn to develop ourselves to feel happy and fulfilled at work, and to better serve our customers
- We always keep our minds open and find new possibilities
- We dare to challenge ourselves and others.
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We’ve got each other’s backs!
- We are proactive, take responsibility, and deliver what we promise
- We communicate quickly, clearly telling it like it is
- We listen, we ask, we challenge, and we give advice.
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We win and we lose together!
- We are always a team, no matter who we work with
- We embrace diversity and respect each other
- We add and create value, get things done, and have fun - together.
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It’s how we make a difference in the world!
- We guide, develop, and transform our customers
- We add value and create business results
- We build lasting relationships.
Stay Curious
We are explorers!
- We study and learn to develop ourselves to feel happy and fulfilled at work, and to better serve our customers
- We always keep our minds open and find new possibilities
- We dare to challenge ourselves and others.
Build Trust
We’ve got each other’s backs!
- We are proactive, take responsibility, and deliver what we promise
- We communicate quickly, clearly telling it like it is
- We listen, we ask, we challenge, and we give advice.
Collaborate
We win and we lose together!
- We are always a team, no matter who we work with
- We embrace diversity and respect each other
- We add and create value, get things done, and have fun - together.
Deliver Customer Success
It’s how we make a difference in the world!
- We guide, develop, and transform our customers
- We add value and create business results
- We build lasting relationships.
How do we live by our values?
We live by our values by using them in everyday conversations, decisions, and processes. They are more than posters on our walls: we are getting them down from the walls, into our minds.
It’s vital to put trust first - as the first step with our people and our customers. By doing so, we will achieve greater growth
Kapil Mishra, Columbus India
I would say that staying curious and building trust is the basis, the foundation, of everything I do
Andrée Forsberg, Columbus Sweden
Delivering customer success is not just about delivering what the customer asks for, but providing what will add value to their business
Carla Owens, Columbus UK
By collaborating and sharing knowledge, we find the best solutions, and in turn deliver successful projects for us and our customers
Kristin Ødegård, Columbus Norway
Our Offer to You: Thrive, Grow and Shape the Future
Our people promise is simple. When you thrive, grow and shape the future, so does Columbus. It reflects who we are as an employer and what we offer to the people who join us.
At Columbus, you will be part of a culture where people are our greatest strength. We set ambitious goals and take pride in achieving them together. You will be supported to do your best work and develop your career. Take initiative, stay curious and grow with us, and along the way we will face challenges together, celebrate wins and enjoy the journey.
This is what it means to work at Columbus, a place where you can truly thrive, grow and shape the future every day.
We bring this promise to life through:
Thrive with us
Your well-being matters. We offer flexibility, an inclusive culture and leaders who recognise, support and celebrate you. We want you to feel energised at work and supported in life.
Grow your skill set
We invest in your development. Whether you are learning something new, taking on more responsibility or following a structured career path, you will have the tools and opportunities to grow in the direction that matters to you.
Shape the future
We trust you to take the lead in your work, bring your ideas and make decisions. Here, you have the freedom and support to take ownership and make a meaningful impact for your team, our customers and our business.
Come work with us
Join a dynamic, collaborative team with a strong sense of community and a shared passion for business value and technology.
Explore what it means to be part of Columbus and see our open positions in the link below!
Leadership at Columbus
The leadership is often what makes or breaks how happy the employees are at a company. This is a fact: several studies and surveys show the importance of having great leaders as well as values.
At Columbus, leadership is about more than managing people, it’s about making a difference. Whether you lead a team, a project, or an idea, we believe leadership happens every day in the way we think, act, and collaborate.
Our six leadership principles guide how we work together, support our customers, and shape the future of Columbus. They reflect who we are, what we value, and how you’ll grow when you join us.
We have developed our leadership principles to create a culture where you can thrive and grow every day – and lead others to do the same.
Our values and leadership principles go hand in hand
Our 3 leadership pillars
Our principles are divided into three parts: Strategy, Operations, and People. Learn more about how we bring each of them to life below. Which one’s your favourite?
Columbus' 6 leadership principles
STRATEGY
Understand the bigger picture
At Columbus, we’re driven by purpose and values. We look beyond our own tasks to see how everything connects across teams, projects, and customers. When you think ahead, act proactively, and consider the wider impact of your decisions, you help build a stronger, more united company.
Build for the future
We never stand still. Here, you’ll be part of a company that’s always learning, improving, and evolving. Every initiative starts with our purpose, vision, and strategy, and every improvement helps us stay resilient and relevant for years to come. Together, we grow by building what’s next.
OPERATIONS
Dare to advise
We don’t just deliver, we guide. Daring to advise means being curious, asking questions, and using your expertise to help customers and colleagues succeed. You’ll be trusted to share honest insights, challenge ideas, and support others to grow into trusted advisors themselves. Make it easy for all to do a good job
Make it easy for all to do a good job
We believe great results come from making work easier for one another. We listen, we collaborate, and we design ways of working that set others up for success. When everyone can do their best work, we all move forward — faster, smarter, and stronger.
PEOPLE
Induce energy
Energy is contagious. As a leader at Columbus, you inspire others through your actions, enthusiasm, and belief in what we do. By creating momentum, celebrating progress, and supporting growth, you help your team and our customers thrive, and that’s what fuels our success.
Care for people
Everything we do starts with people. We lead with openness, honesty, and respect, creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can perform at their best. Caring for people means listening, involving others, and building trust, because when people feel seen and valued, they deliver their best.
