Building Career Pathways
About CareerDNA®
Welcome to CareerDNA, where data meets ambition. Dive into our story and meet the team dedicated to enhancing your career trajectory.
Building Career Pathways
Shaping Careers with Data
Founded in a modest home office in 2015, CareerDNA emerged from a simple yet powerful idea: to leverage data in empowering individuals to navigate their career paths more effectively. Our founders, a group of data enthusiasts and career development experts, recognized the potential of data analytics in transforming how professionals understand their career trajectories and opportunities.
What began as a project to demystify salary norms and career progression has evolved into a comprehensive platform offering tools like SalaryDNA, GrowthDNA, and TenureDNA. These innovations have made CareerDNA a trusted ally for professionals worldwide, guiding them towards better-paying jobs, promotions, and fulfilling career moves.
Our Team
The Minds Behind the Metrics
From our visionary CEO to our ingenious data scientists and beyond, our collective passion for data-driven insights and user empowerment is what sets us apart.
Jonathan Squires
CEO & Founder
With a visionary approach and a passion for innovation, Jonathan has led CareerDNA from concept to a leading platform in career advancement tools.
Sir Richard Heygate FRSA
chairman
Former McKinsey partner in their business technology division. Over his career, stretching over four decades, he has founded multiple international companies.
Mike Zachariades
product manager
Drives the vision and strategy, ensuring that every feature aligns with user needs. Mike works closely with cross-functional teams to turn ideas into a cohesive product.
James Abad
full-stack developer
Responsible for bringing the app's design to life through full-stack development. James ensures that the app is not only visually appealing but also functional.
Ald Gallardo
product designer
Creative force behind the app's look and feel. Ald focuses on designing intuitive and visually appealing interfaces that enhance the user experience.
Careers We’ve Transformed
Discover the stories of success from those who've taken their careers to new heights with CareerDNA.
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Samantha Lee
Marketing Manager,
Creative Solutions
Creative Solutions
“Using CareerDNA, I discovered I was earning significantly less than my peers in similar roles. This insight empowered me to negotiate a raise confidently. Now, I'm not only earning what I deserve, but I've also found a new sense of value in my work.”
Juan Carlos Torres
Senior Systems Analyst
Tech Solutions Spain
Tech Solutions Spain
“Using the ProgressDNA tool, I was able to lay out a clear career path that led to a well-deserved promotion within my company. CareerDNA truly helped illuminate my potential and value to my team.”
Fiona Byrne
Project Manager
GlobalBuilds Ireland
GlobalBuilds Ireland
“CareerDNA's insights were invaluable during my annual review, leading to not only a salary raise but also an end-of-year bonus that truly reflected my contributions over the past year.”
Markus Weber
Product Development Lead
AutoInnovate Germany
AutoInnovate Germany
“The salary benchmarking data from CareerDNA spurred me to negotiate stock options along with my raise. Now, I feel truly invested in my company’s future.”
Chloe Martin
Content Strategy Director
CreativeX France
CreativeX France
“CareerDNA’s data-driven insights enabled me to confidently negotiate not just for a better salary, but for flexible working hours as well. This change has significantly enhanced my productivity and overall job satisfaction.”
Andrea Rossi
Chief Financial Officer
Luxe Fashion Italy
Luxe Fashion Italy
“With CareerDNA’s detailed financial sector analysis, I secured a considerable salary raise and expanded my leadership responsibilities. Now, I play a key role in strategic planning and financial decision-making, significantly boosting my profile and impact within the company.”
Oliver Smith
Cloud Solutions Architect
Cloud Tech
Cloud Tech
“CareerDNA’s insights revealed that my specialized skills were in high demand. Armed with this knowledge, I confidently applied for and was offered a senior position at a top tech firm, significantly advancing my career and expanding my professional network.”
Sofia Ivanova
Research Scientist
BioGenics
BioGenics
“The comprehensive salary data provided by CareerDNA supported my successful negotiation for a raise and additional project funding. This has not only enhanced my financial compensation but also increased my capacity to contribute to cutting-edge research, cementing my reputation in the scientific community.”
Michael Johnson
User Experience Designer
Innovate Design USA
Innovate Design USA
“CareerDNA’s extensive salary and industry trend data enabled me to negotiate a better salary and secure an annual professional development budget. This has allowed me to stay abreast of the latest in UX design, ensuring I continue to add value to my team and projects.”
Laura Espinoza
IT Project Manager
Efficient Tech
Efficient Tech
“The detailed job market analysis from CareerDNA showed that there were better opportunities available. I moved to a more dynamic company where I secured a position that offered not only a 30% increase in salary but also a substantial sign-on bonus, marking a significant milestone in my career.”
