The 20 Best Places to Work in Arlington, MA As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Arlington, MA is based on ratings and reviews from the women who work there.
InHerSight users rate their employers on 16 factors of female-friendliness, including paid time off, management opportunities, equal opportunities for women and men, the ability to work remotely, maternity and adoptive leave, flexible work hours, and more.
The companies on this list have ratings and reviews from at least 10 current or former employees as of July 3, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Arlington, MA
1. HubSpot
4.3 stars
HubSpot is an information technology and services company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.8 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for HubSpot:
"I love working at HubSpot. I am constantly reflecting on how lucky I am to have landed at a company after college that cares so much about its employees. Looking around the orga..."
2. Disruptor Beam
4.2 stars
Disruptor Beam is a computer games company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.8 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Disruptor Beam:
"Disruptor Beam hires more women than I'm used to seeing the in Game Industry, which is great. Women are treated completely as equals, and there is no exclusion based on gender. ..."
3. Palo Alto Networks
4.2 stars
Palo Alto Networks is a computer & network security company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.5 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Palo Alto Networks:
"I recently joined Palo Alto Networks in Sales Leadership, and I am impressed by the talent, leadership, culture, and focus on inclusion and diversity. There is no question that ..."
4. The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
4.2 stars
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a management consulting company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for The Boston Consulting Group (BCG):
"BCG is a truely outstanding company with great flextime offers. Leadership is seriously committed to make it work for both females and males. I was offered a very senior role wh..."
5. Intuit
4.1 stars
Intuit is a computer software company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.6 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Intuit:
"Great company to work for!"
6. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
4.1 stars
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is an insurance company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.8 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.7 stars).
7. Synchrony
4.1 stars
Synchrony is a financial services company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.6 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Synchrony:
"Great place to work, flexibility with being remote, always learning, great culture."
8. Johnson & Johnson
4.0 stars
Johnson & Johnson is a hospital & health care company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.6 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Johnson & Johnson:
"Transitioned from military to J&J. I am a Veteran, Female and Lesbian. This company welcomed me and I've never looked back. I am an equal because of my work ethic and job per..."
9. Bain & Company
4.0 stars
Bain & Company is a management consulting company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for social activities and environment (4.8 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Bain & Company:
"Bain & Company is a great environment for women. There are numerous promotional opportunities and mentoring opportunities. Working from home isn't available for every employee w..."
10. NetSuite
4.0 stars
NetSuite is a computer software company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for employer responsiveness (4.7 stars) and paid time off (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for NetSuite:
"NetSuite has a culture of hiring talented people and letting them dig in, work hard and see where it can take them. Where many software companies limit women's advancement or mo..."
11. Salesforce
3.9 stars
Salesforce is an internet company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Salesforce:
"Great company with pockets of diversity issues (old boys club). "
12. Ericsson
3.9 stars
Ericsson is a telecommunications company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Ericsson:
"The company has a public commitment to attract and develop female talent. Female mentoring and support systems are in place"
13. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.8 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for lululemon athletica:
"Great company to work for in terms of company culture and core values however pay isn’t great."
14. One Medical
3.9 stars
One Medical is a medical practice company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.7 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for One Medical:
"Eclectic group with room for growth just unwillingness to grow is certain districts. No flexibility on schedule or the opportunity to work from home. Management can be too lenie..."
15. GlaxoSmithKline
3.9 stars
GlaxoSmithKline is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and the people you work with (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for GlaxoSmithKline:
"I have been impressed with GSK and their avenues for ensuring that talented women have the opportunity to progress their careers. They have rotational opportunities available, w..."
16. Hill Holliday
3.9 stars
Hill Holliday is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.7 stars) and social activities and environment (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hill Holliday:
"All I can say is *applause*. Beginning a job at Hill as a woman is like waking up from a bad dream of female disadvantage. All amazing, accomplished madwomen of the world: APPLY..."
17. Edward Jones
3.8 stars
Edward Jones is a financial services company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.3 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Edward Jones:
"Great company to work for."
18. Autodesk
3.8 stars
Autodesk is a computer software company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.1 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Autodesk:
"A pretty good environment, with room for growth"
19. Warby Parker
3.8 stars
Warby Parker is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.5 stars) and social activities and environment (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Warby Parker:
"The company is perfect aside if low pay for support personnel "
20. Hasbro
3.8 stars
Hasbro is a consumer goods company with locations in the Arlington, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hasbro:
"Great company culture with a focus on increasing women in leadership and pay equality."
Companies with ratings and reviews from at least 10 current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of July 3, 2020.