Work at Runna
Everything you need to know about Runna to see if it is the right fit for you.
Overview
About Runna
Runna is the world's number-one-rated personalised running coaching app, helping runners train for any goal from a first 5k to an ultramarathon. Founded in 2021 by Dom Maskell and Ben Parker, Runna launched in March 2022 and now serves runners in over 180 countries. The app combines coach-led programming with AI to build tailored training plans alongside strength workouts, mobility routines and injury-prevention support. A finalist for Apple's iPhone App of the Year in 2024, Runna was acquired by Strava in April 2025. The apps remain separate, with Strava investing in growing its team and accelerating product development.
Why Join
Our Take
Runna is one of the most exciting fitness startups in the UK right now, and the Strava acquisition only makes the opportunity bigger. In under four years from launch, Dom and Ben built Runna from a website selling personalised PDF training plans to a globally rated running coaching app, a finalist for Apple's iPhone App of the Year, and ultimately an acquisition by the world's largest fitness community. The team has grown to over 150 people across London and Boston, and Strava has publicly committed to investing further in growing both the team and the product. What stands out on Glassdoor (4.9/5 from 31 reviews, with 100% of employees recommending it) is how consistently people praise the culture, the kindness of their colleagues, and the quality of the leadership. Benefits are genuinely strong for a company this size: private health insurance, enhanced parental leave (up to 20 weeks fully paid), Strava equity, a smartwatch as you pass probation, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a paid hour each week to go for a run during work hours. They operate a flexi-hybrid model, typically three days a week in their Vauxhall office. The team runs bi-weekly together, and Workout Wednesdays include exercise plus a free lunch. The main thing to be aware of is that this is a fast-paced startup environment where priorities can shift quickly, which some reviewers flag as a challenge. There is also a slight bias toward hiring passionate runners, though this has been improving. If you want to work on a product that helped millions of runners train, alongside kind and ambitious people, with the backing and scale of Strava behind you, Runna is a brilliant opportunity.
What to Expect
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Mission
Company Mission
Make running training effective, enjoyable and easy for everyone.
Problem They Solve
According to Runna, there are over 150 million everyday runners worldwide, yet most have no access to personalised coaching. The alternatives have historically been free, generic PDF plans that are not effective, professional running coaches that are expensive and inaccessible to most, or generic running apps that track activity but do not provide structured, goal-oriented training. Runna bridges this gap by bringing world-class personalised coaching to an affordable, accessible app.
Who their customers are
Runna serves everyday runners of all levels, from complete beginners working towards a first 5k to experienced athletes chasing marathon and ultramarathon personal bests. The app is available in over 180 countries and has helped millions of runners complete their first race. Partners include Parkrun, Cancer Research UK, Garmin, Great Run, Hyrox, and JustGiving.
Long-term vision
"Our passion is to give every runner a training plan and access to amazing coaching." — Ben Parker
Team
What Employees Say
"The founders are inspiring and genuinely supportive. The culture is healthy, collaborative and free of politics; everyone is moving in the same direction. It is fast-paced in the best way: no bureaucracy, no getting stuck, just constant forward momentum. The people are ambitious, kind and love to learn. Workout Wednesdays, where the whole team exercises together and then has a free lunch, should be mandatory for all companies! This place does not give me Sunday blues. I am genuinely excited to come in on a Monday morning."
Current Employee
Leadership
Runna was co-founded by Dom Maskell (CEO) and Ben Parker (Head Coach). Dom and Ben met playing lacrosse at the University of Southampton. After graduating, Dom joined McKinsey & Company as an Associate Consultant and later as a Product Manager, while Ben qualified as a personal trainer and running coach and built his own online coaching business. When Ben was coaching Dom for his first marathon, Dom pitched the idea of automating the coaching experience, and Runna was born. Both founders were named to the 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe list. Walter Holohan, who was personally recruited by the founders to build the first version of the platform, serves as CTO. Following the Strava acquisition, Walter Holohan stepped into the Managing Director role at Runna, leading the team into its next phase of growth under Strava ownership.
Founder-led?
Yes, this company is still led by its founder(s).
Do I Feel Safe at Work?
Runna has built a culture that Glassdoor reviewers consistently describe as kind, inclusive, and genuinely supportive. Employees highlight the flat structure, high ownership, and a team filled with passionate people who care about each other and the product. The culture is casual and social: bi-weekly team runs, Workout Wednesdays (which alternate between individual sessions and team-wide ones with lunch provided), dinner clubs, tech socials, and off-sites all keep people connected. Multiple reviews note that you do not need to be a runner to fit in and that the inclusive approach to exercise is a real strength. That said, some reviews note that the fast-paced environment means priorities can shift quickly, and work-life balance can feel stretched at times. Overall, the picture is overwhelmingly positive: 100% of employees recommend Runna on Glassdoor, and the culture and values score is 4.9.
Work Reality
Onboarding
Runna operates a flexi-hybrid model, typically three days a week in their Vauxhall office, with a social, energetic culture. Expect to take on responsibility quickly in a fast-paced environment. Employees describe the team as welcoming and inclusive, with regular social events, bi-weekly team runs, and Workout Wednesdays helping people connect across the company.
What Employees Say
"The culture is great, everyone is passionate about the product, and it shows in how hard people work. There is real trust and autonomy: you are expected to be proactive, and in return, you get genuine responsibility and opportunity. The leadership team is accessible and down to earth, properly integrated with the rest of the company rather than sitting apart from it. Having time in the working week to exercise makes a real difference, and the allowance for race entries and gear is a nice touch."
How Success is Measured
Runna operates like a high-growth startup: fast-moving, output-focused, and with high ownership given to individuals and teams. Performance reviews happen every six months and are taken seriously, with salary reviews tied to these cycles. Engineers are actively encouraged to explore new tools and technologies.
Communication Style
Runna uses messaging and video calls for day-to-day communication, with offices in London (Vauxhall) and Boston (Harvard Square). But the culture leans heavily toward in-person connection: regular team events, quarterly socials, offsites, dinner clubs and tech socials all keep people close.
Growth
Promotions
Runna has grown from two founders to over 150 employees in just four years and continues to grow, which means new opportunities keep opening up. Salary and promotion reviews happen every six months, and employees say the process is taken seriously. With Strava now investing in further team scaling, that trajectory is only accelerating.
L&D Support
You will be working on a consumer product used by millions of runners, with high ownership and the chance to learn quickly. Engineers highlight a strong learning environment, particularly for junior engineers, with early trust. The team works with modern tools (Cursor, AI-assisted development tools) and is encouraged to explore new technologies. Formal L&D budgets are mentioned in some reviews, though the biggest learning opportunity is the fast pace and breadth of the work itself.
Internal Mobility
Runna is still a relatively small team, so formal internal mobility is in its early days. That said, with offices in London and Boston and Strava's global footprint behind them, there is real scope for this to grow as the company scales, whether that means shifting teams, focus areas, or even locations as the product evolves.
Average Tenure
Runna is a very young company (founded in 2021, app launched in 2022), so tenure data is limited. That said, some early employees have been with the company since its earliest days and remain in leadership roles.
Benefits
Work Flexibility
- Flexi-hybrid model, typically three days a week in their Vauxhall office
- Casual dress code: gym and running outfits are the norm
Compensation
- Competitive salary with reviews every 6 months
- Strava equity for all employees
- Workplace pension scheme
Health & Insurance
- Private health insurance via Bupa
- Headspace membership and Modern Health mental wellness platform
Family Support
- Up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave (16 weeks for secondary caregivers)
- Fertility support and additional family benefits
Professional Development
- A smartwatch as you pass probation
- All new equipment, including a laptop and anything else you need
- Paid an hour each week to run or exercise during work hours
- Cash allowance for sports gear and event entries
Leave & Time Off
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Workout Wednesdays: exercise plus free team lunch
- Bi-weekly team runs and regular social events
- Team off-sites and trips to the Boston office
Jobs at Runna
Explore 9 current remote opportunities.
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HybridFull-time£108,000 - £121,000Senior or aboveUKSenior Full Stack Engineer I (Growth & Marketing Technology)
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HybridFull-time£63,750 - £71,250Senior or aboveUKEngineering Manager (Full Stack)
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HybridFull-time£99,000 - £111,000Senior or aboveUKTalent Acquisition Lead
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HybridFull-time£55,000 - £60,000Mid-levelUKSenior Product Designer
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HybridFull-time£90,200 - £100,400Senior or aboveUKSenior Manager, Product Designer
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HybridFull-time£117,900 - £131,300Senior or aboveUKSenior CX Content & Knowledge Associate (AI Vertical)
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HybridFull-time£35,000 - £40,000Mid-levelUK
Frequently asked questions
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- Is Runna a remote-first company?
- No. Runna operates a flexi-hybrid model, typically three days a week in their London office (Vauxhall), with a growing team in Boston (Harvard Square). The culture is social and centred around in-person collaboration, including bi-weekly team runs, Workout Wednesdays, and regular social events. This is not a remote-first company, but there is genuine flexibility built in.
- What happened with the Strava acquisition?
- In April 2025, Strava announced its acquisition of Runna. The two apps remain separate, with Strava investing in growing the Runna team and accelerating the product. Both co-founders, Dom Maskell and Ben Parker, were involved in the transition, and CTO Walter Holohan has since stepped into the Managing Director role to lead Runna through its next phase of growth.
- What is the culture like at Runna?
- Runna's Glassdoor rating speaks for itself: 4.9/5 from 31 reviews, with every single employee recommending it. What comes through again and again is the kindness of the people, the shared ambition, and the social feel of the office. Workout Wednesdays, bi-weekly team runs, dinner clubs, off-sites and a casual dress code (think running gear, not smart casual) all make it a genuinely fun place to work. The one thing to be aware of: it moves fast, and priorities can shift quickly, but that comes with the territory at a high-growth startup.
- Do I need to be a runner to work at Runna?
- No. While many employees are passionate runners, the company has been actively broadening its hiring. Multiple Glassdoor reviews specifically note that the exercise culture is inclusive: you can walk, do yoga, or join a stretch session instead. You do not need to be a runner to thrive at Runna.
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