The 20 Best Places to Work in Palo Alto, CA As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
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 July 6, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Palo Alto, CA
1. Khan Academy
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:
"Definitely a culture that elevates women and provides plenty of opportunity to grow – while working on a significant and meaningful mission!"
2. Weebly
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:
"I love working for weebly. Radical Respect is a value here and we really do live our values. It's been amazing seeing us focus on diversity, wellness, and respect here."
3. Kink.com
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:
"Kink is not your typical San Francisco tech company with toxic masculine overtones seeping into the crannies of day-to-day work life. Every single day I look forward to coming t..."
4. Lever
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:
"The company in and of itself is supportive and amazing in terms of perks, flexibility and supporting women, especially in leadership. Even more powerful is the people that I wor..."
5. Rodan + Fields Dermatologists
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:
"Rodan + Fields is a company founded by women and currently being lead by women. It's a refreshing place to work in being surrounded by SF's male-dominated tech culture. "
6. Procore Technologies
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 (5.0 stars) and social activities and environment (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Procore Technologies:
"Procore is a very open environment. That being said in the realm of equal opportunity, I think we're doing well, but there are improvements that could be made. We could offer m..."
7. Sage Intacct
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:
"No complaints. Change takes time. While leadership is not currently equally comprised of men and women, women do make up a significant number and its growing. The day-to-day exp..."
8. Even
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:
"I think Even's company culture is based on a level of trust that allows for flexible work schedules and flexible allowances for different needs of individuals across the team. W..."
9. Eventbrite
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 (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Eventbrite:
"I feel lucky to work for a company with such strong women leaders to look up to."
10. Palo Alto Networks
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:
"Love working here! Love the challenges that come up with rapid grow!!!"
11. LinkedIn
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:
"Great commitment to vision and values from a senior leadership position, but middle management makes or breaks your experience. I've been at the company for almost 10+ years, th..."
12. Etsy
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:
"Etsy is an incredible place to be as a woman-- they care about ensuring all people have equal opportunities to be hired and grow in their careers in a way I've never seen at any..."
13. The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
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):
"A wonderful company. Lacks transparency and follow through on growth career. Not consistent work load through cohorts. Takes advantage of their good people."
14. Intuit
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:
"Amazing company that lives it’s values and is committed to its employees, customers, and communities."
15. Castlight Health
4.1 stars
Castlight Health is a computer software company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.8 stars) and paid time off (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Castlight Health:
"16 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave. Lots of remote workers. Great company to work for, just not a lot of upward mobility."
16. Chronicle Books
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 (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Chronicle Books:
"I love working here, in an environment that's 75% female. I love going to company meetings and looking around at all the strong, smart women filling the room. I've never been in..."
17. Flexport
4.1 stars
Flexport is a logistics and supply chain company with locations in the Palo Alto, CA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 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"
18. Zillow
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:
"Very fun and upbeat environment. Motivation is in the air with wide open rooms of just standing desks where you see early, mid to even senior level employees. Can personalize yo..."
19. Synchrony
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:
"Great place to work, flexibility with being remote, always learning, great culture."
20. ThoughtWorks
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:
"An incredible company with tons of opportunities for growth And learning. Lots of variety in the types of projects you can work on. Amazing thought leadership and a proven stell..."
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 6, 2020.