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Rover

Rover is the world's largest online marketplace for pet care, connecting pet owners with a global network of pet sitters and dog walkers. Since its inception in 2011, the company has grown into a dominant player in the pet services industry, facilitating millions of services across North America and Europe through its user-friendly platform. The company's presence in Spain is centered in Barcelona, which serves as its primary European hub following the 2018 acquisition of the European startup DogBuddy. Rover offers a highly international work environment where English is the primary language for many roles, making it an excellent fit for expatriates and international professionals looking to work in a tech-driven, pet-friendly atmosphere.

Seattle, USAPet Services1000 employeesFounded 2011Barcelonawww.rover.com

Company History

Founded in 2011 in Seattle, Rover grew rapidly through venture capital and strategic acquisitions, including its major European competitor DogBuddy in 2018. The company went public in 2021 and was later acquired by the private equity firm Blackstone in 2024.

For International Professionals

  • Barcelona serves as the main strategic hub for Rover's European operations and international expansion.
  • The company typically operates a hybrid work model, providing a balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility.
  • English is the primary business language for technical, product, and leadership roles in the Barcelona office.
  • The office culture is famously pet-friendly, often allowing employees to bring their dogs to the workplace.
  • Rover's Barcelona team is highly diverse, comprising professionals from numerous nationalities across engineering, marketing, and operations.

Open Positions (15)

€42,840€136,045/year