Thorn

We are a nonprofit founded in 2012. We develop technology and conduct research to protect children from sexual abuse and exploitation in digital spaces. This includes creating tools to defend children from grooming, sextortion, and child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Our goal is to eliminate CSAM from the internet.

We give platforms and people the technology and resources to quickly identify victims and stop the spread of abusive material. Over 700 law enforcement agencies use our tools, which have flagged more than 10.1 million suspected CSAM files for removal. We’ve processed 509 billion files to detect sexual abuse material. In 2024 alone, we detected over 4.1 million suspected CSAM files and processed over 3 million lines of text to identify child exploitation. Our victim identification tools are used in 36 countries.

We also research and collaborate on emerging threats like generative AI-related harms and financial sextortion.

Our mission is to transform how children are protected from sexual abuse and exploitation in the digital age. We aim to eliminate child sexual abuse material (CSAM) from the internet and build a safer world where every child can have a joyful childhood, free from harm.

Our core values—trust, inclusion, and resilience—shape how we work and interact. We are “critically committed,” always prioritizing our mission. We are “whole-istically human,” emphasizing wellness, care, and compassion. We drive “transformational tech,” constantly improving and solving problems with technology. And we focus on “purposeful growth” for both individuals and our organization.

Thorn is a nonprofit founded in 2012, with 51-200 employees. It promotes a culture of innovation, purpose, and collaboration, bringing together professionals from tech, nonprofit, government, and law enforcement. The work environment is supportive, and individuals are encouraged to develop their skills while creating solutions to protect children. Thorn prioritizes fairness, respect, and equal opportunity, valuing diverse perspectives. As a remote-first organization since its inception, Thorn maintains a connected culture that values teamwork. It focuses on employee well-being, providing space for employees to work hard and rest, and supports a community of compassionate colleagues. The culture is driven by a shared commitment to the mission and employee wellness.

We offer a remote-first work model, letting you work from anywhere in the continental United States with flexible schedules. We also provide a technology stipend for home office needs and hold occasional in-person team meet-ups.

We provide company-paid wellness support, including access to therapy, coaching, and trauma-informed counseling. We offer a matched 401(k) and competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents. Our benefits package also includes various paid leave options for family, care, and personal needs, plus generous time off with flexible PTO and company-wide breaks (fall and winter).

After four years, you’re eligible for a 6-week paid sabbatical. We provide a professional development budget to support your continuous growth. We also provide reasonable accommodations for candidates and employees with disabilities upon request.