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Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Palo Alto, 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 September 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
4.5 stars
Khan Academy is an e-learning company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.9 stars) and paid time off (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Khan Academy:
"Khan Academy is one of the most supportive environments imaginable for women. It helps that there is equal representation of women on the senior leadership staff. From benefit…"
4.5 stars
Weebly is an internet company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for social activities and environment (5.0 stars) and the people you work with (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Weebly:
"Great people to work around."
4.5 stars
Kink.com is an entertainment company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Kink.com:
"Watching the evolution of this company in the 4 years I've been employed here has been inspiring. Our current culture is very supportive, inclusive, and compassionate. We are enab…"
4.4 stars
Lever is an internet company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Lever:
"I have been in the tech industry for more than a decade, and Lever is the first place I've ever worked for where the values are adhered to and continually referred to in decision …"
4.4 stars
Rodan + Fields Dermatologists is a health, wellness and fitness company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.8 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Rodan + Fields Dermatologists:
"I am not in the main office but an independent consultant, technically owning my own business entity. However we have training sessions and work as teams. There is always a lot of…"
4.4 stars
Procore Technologies is a computer software company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and social activities and environment (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Procore Technologies:
"Procore is an amazing company to work for. The culture is unmatched, the people are great, and Procore knows how to treat their employees. I will likely never find a better compan…"
4.3 stars
Sage Intacct is a computer software company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.8 stars) and social activities and environment (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Sage Intacct:
"Sage Intacct has a lot of women in leadership/senior roles! Inspiring and unique in high tech!"
4.3 stars
Even is a financial services company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.8 stars) and the people you work with (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Even:
"Thankful to be surrounded by intelligent, curious, hardworking folx. Love that we're always encouraged to measure success based on the progress of our mission statement."
4.2 stars
Palo Alto Networks is a computer & network security company with locations in the Palo Alto, 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:
"This is the greatest company I've ever worked for. The CEO is amazing and my chain of command is excellent. "
4.2 stars
Eventbrite is an internet company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.8 stars) and paid time off (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Eventbrite:
"I feel like we put a lot of emphasis on creating a great place for female employees. This survey is an example of how much the company and it's employees care about each other and…"
4.2 stars
LinkedIn is an internet company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.7 stars) and social activities and environment (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for LinkedIn:
"By far the most supportive and female friendly employer I've ever had, and I'm 20+ years in to my career and have worked for four other employers."
4.2 stars
Etsy is an internet company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars) and family growth support (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Etsy:
"By far, the best job I ever had."
4.2 stars
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a management consulting company with locations in the Palo Alto, 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):
"Fabulous organization with a collegial work environment. "
4.1 stars
Intuit is a computer software company with locations in the Palo Alto, 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:
"The co-workers are great. Do feel somewhat a lack of connect between upper management and staff."
4.1 stars
Chronicle Books is a publishing company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.7 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Chronicle Books:
"Chronicle Books is a Bay Area publisher driven by a powerhouse of in-house talent and strategic partnerships across writers, artists, and beyond. To get the most out of working fo…"
4.1 stars
Flexport is a logistics and supply chain company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and the people you work with (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Flexport:
"Flexport is a great place for women to work and grow their career"
4.1 stars
Zillow is an internet company with locations in the Palo Alto, 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:
"Zillow is a fantastic place for women. Four months paid maternity leave. My VP is a woman. I work with many badass women. I feel super valued and respected. I love my company. "
4.1 stars
Synchrony is a financial services company with locations in the Palo Alto, 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:
"Amazing benefits and equal opportunity for women and minorities"
4.1 stars
ThoughtWorks is an information technology and services company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.9 stars) and social activities and environment (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for ThoughtWorks:
"This is a great place to work with very thoughtful and thorough policies. There is a vocal and demonstrative move toward recruiting (and retaining) women in technical and leadersh…"
4.0 stars
Gusto is a financial services company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (5.0 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Gusto:
"Gusto is such a great place to work, especially as a woman. They're very focused on D&I and diversifying, but also keeping women top of mind. The paid parental leave is OUT OF THI…"
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 September 1, 2020.