The 20 Best Places to Work in Stamford, CT As Rated by the Women Who Work There (June 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Stamford, CT 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 June 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Stamford, CT
1. Greenhouse Software, Inc
4.4 stars
Greenhouse Software, Inc is a computer software company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (5.0 stars) and flexible work hours (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Greenhouse Software, Inc:
"AMAZING place to work-- especially early in my professional career. There are so many strong female leaders for me to engage with and learn from, with plenty of opportunities to..."
2. EMD Diamonds
4.4 stars
EMD Diamonds is a luxury goods & jewelry company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for family growth support (4.9 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for EMD Diamonds:
"I loved working at EMD. Ton of responsibility and lots of opportunity to take on new projects and challenges. Smart colleagues who push you to be your best!"
3. CA Technologies
4.2 stars
CA Technologies is a computer software company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and family growth support (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for CA Technologies:
"Great policies for all employees at CA. Even policies that benefit employees with pets. Honestly, some of the best HR policies in the industry exist at CA. Very open and cand..."
4. Palo Alto Networks
4.2 stars
Palo Alto Networks is a computer & network security company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.5 stars) and flexible work hours (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Palo Alto Networks:
"Culture is diverse and fantastically supportive. I feel like a valued contributor who happens to be a woman. The Womens Network Community events are well attended, informative, ..."
5. Grailed
4.2 stars
Grailed is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (5.0 stars) and social activities and environment (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Grailed:
"There are many things that I appreciate about working at Grailed. Here are a few: - Grailed respects and understands that employees are full people, with lives in and outside o..."
6. LinkedIn
4.2 stars
LinkedIn is an internet company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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:
"Really depends on your management"
7. The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
4.2 stars
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a management consulting company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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."
8. Etsy
4.2 stars
Etsy is an internet company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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 company to work for. From top down, the entire team puts their best foot forward for the sake of the product, which creates a positive, cross-functional, i..."
9. Castlight Health
4.1 stars
Castlight Health is a computer software company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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:
"Castlight Health is dedicated to being a great place to work and has a support structure in place for women who use it. Work is impactful as the product is helping individuals ..."
10. Synchrony
4.1 stars
Synchrony is a financial services company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.6 stars) and paid time off (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Synchrony:
"Great place to work. They take care of their employees. Equal opportunity for all with a very diverse workforce"
11. Zillow
4.1 stars
Zillow is an internet company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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:
"Brilliant company. Best job/work life I've ever had. I miss it!"
12. TNTP
4.1 stars
TNTP is an education management company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.8 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for TNTP:
"I have tremendous respect for all of my coworkers, which I feel like is pretty rare. Aside from a great mission and set of people to collaborate with, I'm pretty satisfied with ..."
13. ThoughtWorks
4.1 stars
ThoughtWorks is an information technology and services company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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 leader..."
14. ACLU
4.0 stars
ACLU is a non-profit organization management company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.6 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.4 stars).
15. XO Group Inc.
4.0 stars
XO Group Inc. is an online media company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and social activities and environment (4.7 stars).
16. NetSuite
4.0 stars
NetSuite is a computer software company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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!"
17. Facebook
4.0 stars
Facebook is an internet company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars) and family growth support (4.4 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'..."
18. AdRoll
3.9 stars
AdRoll is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.6 stars) and paid time off (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for AdRoll:
"Really glad AdRoll is starting a female leadership development program. I sense there's an informal mentorship amongst men that's harder for women to break into."
19. Salesforce
3.9 stars
Salesforce is an internet company with locations in the Stamford, CT 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:
"A wonderful company with great benefits. Not as remote-worker friendly as expected."
20. Squarespace
3.9 stars
Squarespace is an internet company with locations in the Stamford, CT area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.7 stars) and social activities and environment (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Squarespace:
"There are more women leaders now than 2 years ago. They are amazing and wonderful role models of calm, compassion and fierceness. We have stellar female leads in technical a..."
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 June 1, 2020.