The 20 Best Places to Work in Downey, CA As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Downey, CA 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 13, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Downey, CA
1. Ultimate Software
4.7 stars
Ultimate Software is a computer software company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.9 stars) and paid time off (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Ultimate Software:
"Wonderful work environment. The company is full of smart, well rounded and open minded individuals. I'm a technical consultant and both managers on my team are women. Very impre..."
2. Amrock
4.6 stars
Amrock is a real estate company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and management opportunities (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Amrock:
"Amrock is an amazing place to work. Leadership truly cares about the company and the people who work here."
3. Rapid Response Monitoring
4.6 stars
Rapid Response Monitoring is a public safety company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.7 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Rapid Response Monitoring:
"Great place to work. I am an intern so haven't been here long but I am definitely hoping to work here after I graduate. This is the type of job I hoped to get after all that t..."
4. Palo Alto Networks
4.2 stars
Palo Alto Networks is a computer & network security company with locations in the Downey, CA 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:
"Palo Alto Networks is inclusive to all women at offices and remote workers. As a remote manager, it is important to understand all the events, opportunities and benefits that a..."
5. The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
4.2 stars
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a management consulting company with locations in the Downey, CA 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 truly committed to making this a great place to work for women. This is reinforced continually by leadership and the fact that they are regularly launching new initiative..."
6. Intuit
4.1 stars
Intuit is a computer software company with locations in the Downey, CA 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:
"I love how Intuit is always a leader in its industry. Their focus is on its customers, keeling up on to technology."
7. Zillow
4.1 stars
Zillow is an internet company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.9 stars) and paid time off (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Zillow:
"Really happy here! Love seeing how many females we have in senior leadership and how important that fact is to the company. I never feel like being a woman is even a thing here,..."
8. Synchrony
4.1 stars
Synchrony is a financial services company with locations in the Downey, CA 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:
"At Synchrony we are ALL equal and have the same opportunities! There is never a shortage of women in charge."
9. NetSuite
4.0 stars
NetSuite is a computer software company with locations in the Downey, CA 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:
"GREAT PLACE TO WORK!"
10. Hilti
3.9 stars
Hilti is a construction company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hilti:
"I've read the past 2 years, Hilti has further improved their policies to provide better work-life balance and to allow paid parental time off (for both mothers and fathers). Thi..."
11. Ericsson
3.9 stars
Ericsson is a telecommunications company with locations in the Downey, CA 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:
"Professionally speaking, joining Ericsson was one of the best decisions I made so far."
12. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Downey, CA 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:
"Female dominated workplace. As with any retail job, management will make or break the team. Sometimes men get promoted faster in the name of ‘diversity & inclusion’."
13. Facebook
3.9 stars
Facebook is an internet company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.4 stars) and family growth support (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Facebook:
"I really think Facebook is leading the tech industry in terms of its commitment and progress so far towards more gender equality in the workplace. My direct manager, my manager'..."
14. Beachbody
3.9 stars
Beachbody is a health, wellness and fitness company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (5.0 stars) and the people you work with (4.4 stars).
15. American Express
3.9 stars
American Express is a financial services company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.4 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for American Express:
"I absolutely recommend working at American Express. It's full on corporate though so be prepared for many restrictions and red tape - it's not a place where you can be creative...."
16. One Medical
3.9 stars
One Medical is a medical practice company with locations in the Downey, CA 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..."
17. GlaxoSmithKline
3.9 stars
GlaxoSmithKline is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Downey, CA 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:
"In the time I have been here, I have had strong female managers at the VP level in the company. I have strongly felt that there is equal opportunity for advancement and assignm..."
18. 17hats
3.9 stars
17hats is an internet company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.7 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for 17hats:
"Best company to work for! Management cares about your work-life balance and provides endless support. Wonderful flexibility and exceptional benefits. "
19. Workday
3.9 stars
Workday is a computer software company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Workday:
"They are growing and with scale comes opportunities for everyone at Workday. As a working bay area parent, I joined not only because of the role and the team, but because the co..."
20. Cars.com
3.8 stars
Cars.com is an internet company with locations in the Downey, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.6 stars) and the people you work with (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Cars.com:
"I work remotely for Cars.com out of my home and am very supported by my manager and colleagues, especially as a woman pregnant for the first time and I feel supported by the cor..."
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 13, 2020.