Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area

To determine the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area in 2025, Fortune partnered with global people analytics firm Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing nearly 85,000 U.S. employees. (For small and medium companies, also see: The 75 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in the Bay Area.)

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The Top Ten

Cisco Systems

Prev. #1

Employees say:"We talk about being inclusive all the time but at Cisco it is real. We have the opportunity to engage deeply with people of different backgrounds on a regular basis and I think that is unique to Cisco. We are given tons of opportunities even on a weekly basis to interact with people from across the globe through events, trainings, stretch assignments, collaboration events etc., where we get the chance to interact and truly work with people that we would maybe never meet or experience and that breaks down barriers of all kinds. Cisco works to bring people together and let them shine with each other and that is unique and awesome!"

Nvidia

Prev. #2

Employees say:"Our CEO demonstrates that he cares about employees by pushing back or avoiding layoffs as much as possible. Another example is that he has insisted that employees should decide how to balance work and life, and has resisted to forcing people to show up to the office and that employees should determine when they need to be in the office to achieve their work."

Cadence Design Systems

Prev. #3

Employees say:"Cadence has benefited significantly from the high value that society and markets place on the products and services offered by the semiconductor and electronics industry. I am proud of how Cadence has understood this and dealt with its employees, customers and community responsibly with tangible benefits, compassion and empathy. Examples are the gift matching programs, opportunities to recognize colleagues and the desire to improve the circumstances of our nearby economically and academically challenged communities."

ServiceNow

+7 spotsPrev. #11

"ServiceNow is a unique place to work in that there is a feeling of genuine excitement at the work we do. We make work better for people. That's a brand promise and one lived fully within the organization. Everyone is excited about the future and bringing AI to help people do better work, faster and easier. Our CEO is the most inspirational leader and everyone feels a sense of pride from him -- in our work. He excites our teams and has built the most trusted org of my career."

Salesforce

+7 spotsPrev. #12

Employees say:"There is trust and transparency within the company including employees, teams, and the leadership team. Amazing team work, which makes my job a dreamwork. Being part of Salesforce Ohana where you are treated like a family member with a respect where your input is heard and valued and leadership does recognize employees accomplishments. Couldn't say enough great things about amazing employee benefits and that management does honor a work & family balance!"

Adobe

+1 spotPrev. #7

Employees say:"I take great pride in being part of this company. Over my 8 years here, I've been drawn to its values and culture, which align closely with mine. Adobe exemplifies a human approach to leadership, resulting in increased productivity, employee satisfaction, and an enviable culture. Over my tenure, I feel like I continue to be challenged and grow my career, but I also feel supported and appreciated. I firmly believe that when employees feel supported, they can excel in their work. Adobe's incorporation of a wellbeing mindset into its leadership approach sets it apart from competitors and makes it a desirable place to work."

Robert Half

+3 spotsPrev. #10

Employees say:"Something I like about Robert Half's business method is that trust is a foundational building block of the teams you work in. I really appreciate being able to trust my colleagues, and in turn know that they trust me. That fact alone makes me feel more confident, and that I can own/overcome my mistakes and learn from them. Even in the short time I have been here, it's thanks to the trust between colleagues that I feel I have grown as a person and forged meaningful professional relationships."

Box

-3 spotsPrev. #5

Employees say:"What makes Box a great place to work is that the rigor and energy of the people who work here really enable our innovation and growth as a company. I believe I work with really smart people who care about what they do, but also are able to incorporate their best selves at work - whatever that may be. Our core value of "Bring your (___) self to work every day" really resonates and not only do I feel comfortable with my team, I feel comfortable giving and providing feedback where needed. I also find that we aim to 10x everything we do (another core value that Boxers embody)."

Visa

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Employees say:"We are a global company which offers the potential to draw on a variety of experiences and better reflect the varied life stories and business environments of the people we serve. I also appreciate talking with other employees in my office or who are remote who are from backgrounds that differ from my own. This is one of the greatest potential sources of innovation and power we have as a workforce."

Intuit

-4 spotsPrev. #6

Employees say:"Intuit's willingness, and the opportunities provided, to invest in me for personal and professional development coupled with the support to pursue areas of work which are most meaningful to me are unmatched. Training resources, communities around various tools, capabilities or skills to promote connection, mentorship programs, and manager support to pursue various project marketplace initiatives exploring career mobility are just a few of the ways Intuit makes clear you can grow without leaving."