Root, Inc. is a licensed insurance carrier founded in 2015 that operates a mobile-powered platform using driving data to determine fairer, more accurate pricing. The company went public in 2020 in what was Ohio's largest IPO. Its technology stack centers on machine learning, data science, mobile technology, and API development.
The company's core products include the nation's first insurance carrier powered entirely by mobile technology, proprietary machine learning systems for claims processing, and APIs designed to integrate insurance into everyday digital experiences. To date, Root has collected driving data covering over 20 billion miles and has expanded its operations across 35 states. The team comprises hundreds of employees.
Root's stated culture emphasizes curiosity, candid communication, and a customer-first approach. Teams are structured to judge work on its merits rather than hierarchy, with an emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and solving complex technical problems.
