Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™ 2019
Our Best Workplaces lists highlight organizations excelling in creating positive, inclusive, and engaging environments. Explore top companies recognized for exceptional workplace culture and employee satisfaction.
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2019
1
Hilton
- Hospitality
- McLean, VA, US
What employees are saying
Hilton is like my second home where respect and trust is always available to each member of the family. Hilton recognizes and rewards employee's efforts and achievements, and consistently ensures that every employee knows their work is meaningful.
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2
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
- Hospitality
- San Francisco , CA, US
What employees are saying
It's difficult in life to find a community where you can truly feel comfortable being yourself. Since day 1, Kimpton has always felt like a safe and welcoming place. In a society where people are constantly ridiculed, Kimpton is a sanctuary.
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3
Workday
- Information Technology
- Pleasanton, CA, US
What employees are saying
Genuinely an employee-first company. We take great care to make sure the employees feel like they have what they need to get their job done, as well as what they need to support their life outside of work.
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4
Stryker
- Manufacturing & Production
- Portage, MI, US
What employees are saying
From the start I was given opportunities with the right level of guidance and mentorship to ensure I was set up for success. What's more, the relationships I've formed over the years have turned colleagues into some of my best friends.
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5
Salesforce
- Information Technology
- San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
The Ohana spirit is what makes Salesforce different. The executive team overall believes and practices Ohana. At the end of the day, you get the best work out of people when you treat them fairly.
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6
Cooley LLP
- Professional Services
- Palo Alto, CA, US
What employees are saying
Cooley's emphasis on and support for teamwork and a cooperative/collaborative culture goes way beyond the rhetoric - it becomes the predominant attitude and way of work/life to the point where it is ingrained, assumed and natural.
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7
Zillow Group
- Real Estate
- Seattle, WA, US
What employees are saying
Everybody's work is visible. Good work is truly appreciated. Sincere care about people, feel good at work. Not just talk, a real action on company values. Great for women engineers. Truly welcomes diversity.
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8
Orrick
- Professional Services
- San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
There is a high level of transparency in terms of strategy and performance; and a high degree of focus on innovation and collaboration. Employees are encouraged to suggest new ways of doing things and contributions and ideas are celebrated.
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9
Slalom Consulting
- Professional Services
- Seattle, WA, US
What employees are saying
People are encouraged to be themselves and the office celebrates the unique facets of San. Francisco while still keeping a global focus. They are truly an exemplary model of consulting that encourages ALL employees to develop new and innovative ideas
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10
KPMG LLP
- Professional Services
- New York, NY, US
What employees are saying
The feeling of community. KPMG is small enough yet that you feel like you certainly know not just your team, but much of the firm. We have done a great job of building a culture of collaboration and mutual support. I plan on staying for a long time.
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11
Cisco
- Information Technology
- San Jose, CA, US
What employees are saying
Their are incredible people who are willing to help everywhere you look at Cisco. You have the ability to build your own career and respect to do it with flexibility needed -- like work from home and choose your own schedule.
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12
Adobe Systems Incorporated
- Information Technology
- San Jose, CA, US
What employees are saying
I have been treated as an equal from day one by all members of my organization. The diversity here in age, race and gender, are some of the best I've seen at companies in the Bay Area. There is a reason people tend to have long careers here.
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13
Perkins Coie LLP
- Professional Services
- Seattle, WA, US
What employees are saying
I find the culture at the firm very open, friendly and tolerant. I never feel uncomfortable personally, and can always express my views. When decisions are made, they are explained and it is clear that management is very thoughtful and open minded.
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14
Deloitte
- Professional Services
- New York, NY, US
What employees are saying
Deloitte's innovative entrepreneurial spirit provides ample opportunity for professional growth and reinvention. It is a great place to have a career if you are ambitious, diligent, curious and have a passion for global business services.
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15
Intuit Inc.
- Information Technology
- Mountain View, CA, US
What employees are saying
Strong focus on employees. We have great benefits and great facilities and employee survey results are taken very seriously. Also executive leadership, CEO in particular, is first rate. There is a strong focus on doing what's right for our customers.
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16
Dropbox
- Information Technology
- San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
Above all, Dropbox is a great place because people genuinely care about each other here. Even after growing in size, it still feels like a very closely knit place. People are driven, motivated and hold themselves to a very high standard.
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17
NVIDIA
- Information Technology
- Santa Clara, CA, US
What employees are saying
There is a unique culture at Nvidia and it is an exciting place to work. Everyone is encouraged to think differently and we all genuinely care about the Company and the people. We all feel part of the success.
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18
New Relic
- Information Technology
- San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
This company truly holds our 5 embodied core value traits: bold, authentic, accountable, passionate, connected. Managers help associates succeed and take steps to get to the next level in their career and also encourage work/life balance.
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19
Box, Inc.
- Information Technology
- Redwood City, CA, US
What employees are saying
We have an incredibly passionate and involved CEO who stays connected to all levels of the business and ensures our values are maintained. People are encouraged to bring their true self to work and not conform to any ideal standard.
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20
Atlassian, Inc.
- Information Technology
- San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
It is such a welcoming community that values us as employees and values our friends and family. I love how open and honest this company is, how we are encouraged to do what we believe is right, and the values Atlassian holds and takes seriously.
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21
SAP America, Inc.
- Information Technology
- Newtown Square, PA, US
What employees are saying
SAP offers opportunity to everyone regardless of race, sexual orientation, disabilities including autism. That is truly amazing to be in an environment where everyone is not only accepted but celebrated.
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22
Swinerton Incorporated
- Construction & Real Estate
- San Francico, CA, US
What employees are saying
As an employee-owned organization our people are our greatest assets. Being able to truly rely on one another across the organization is a simple but unique aspect that Swinerton maintains.
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23
Accenture
- Professional Services
- NA - no US headquarters - random answer selected for state, AL, US
What employees are saying
Accenture has a sincere focus on diversity with regard to gender, race, sexuality etc. I feel that the company has a great deal of talented people with amazing ideas and that they take great strides to foster creativity within the organization.
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24
Sunrise Senior Living
- Aging Services
- McLean, VA, US
What employees are saying
This is a very mission driven company and people really do come first. I have been given the opportunity to advance my career and people throughout the organization recognize my contributions. I feel very much a part of this company.
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25
Rosendin Electric
- Construction
- San Jose, CA, US
What employees are saying
Overall the executive leadership is very easy to approach and talk to and is very receptive of new ideas from others. This has made me feel like an integral part of the company and drives me to continue to do everything I can to help it succeed.
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26
Nugget Market, Inc.
- Retail
- Davis, CA, US
What employees are saying
Super fun place to work! I can really be myself when I work here. Nugget does a great job in creating a family culture, one where you feel almost "at home" when ever at work. Corporate does a great job putting on fun things for us to do.
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27
Arista Networks, Inc.
- Information Technology
- Santa Clara, CA, US
What employees are saying
It is always amazing to see how much people care about what they do. There is always a focus on doing a task the best it can be done without egos getting in the way. It is a very fair workplace and I genuinely enjoy working with the people here.
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28
Keysight Technologies
- Information Technology
- Santa Rosa, CA, US
What employees are saying
Company often demonstrates strong commitment to employees, backed up by concrete action, not just lip service. After the Santa Rosa fires, company ensured all affected were accounted for, had material help, housing, and a job guarantee.
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29
EY
- Professional Services
- New York, NY, US
What employees are saying
I have had the opportunity to have multiple careers without ever leaving EY. That is the reason that I am a long time employee. This demonstrates an incredible investment by EY in its people.
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30
Sunrun
- Other
- San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
I find Sunrun to be a very collaborative environment. My team to be supportive and my managers give me a great deal of autonomy. I love that Sunrun is developing cutting edge projects and involves new employees in its decision-making.
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31
Cadence
- Information Technology
- San Jose, CA, US
What employees are saying
Cadence truly cares about employees, and the employees care about each other. This is evident from the programs that are put in place based on our feedback. Everyone has a voice and feedback is genuinely listened to and acted on.
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32
HP Inc.
- Information Technology
- Palo Alto, CA, US
What employees are saying
People treat each other with dignity and respect. Executive leaders are approachable, open and truly embrace the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. As a result of that, we have greater innovation and a winning culture.
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33
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
- Retail
- Kent, WA, US
What employees are saying
REI is an amazing company to work for and they really strive make sure that employees have a balanced life outdoors. This is so important because we are able to bring back genuine stories about our adventures and share them with coworkers/customers.
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34
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
- Education & Training
- Newton, MA, US
What employees are saying
Bright Horizons provides a warm, friendly work environment filled with a diverse group of devoted people that genuinely love the work they do. Working with children is a uniquely demanding job and I have learned from each individual I work with.
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35
Genentech
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- South San Francisco, CA, US
What employees are saying
Genentech has been an extraordinary place to work. The onsite day-care, gym and a flexible work schedule couldn't be better. Genentech's commitment to sustainability and social values also makes me proud to be a part of the organization.
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