75 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in the Bay Area

75 best small and medium workplaces in the bay area

Fortune Editors

To determine the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area in 2026, Fortune&nbsp;partnered with global people analytics firm&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/">Great Place to Work</a> to analyze survey feedback representing more than 70,000 U.S. employees. (For large companies, also see: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.fortune.com/ranking/best-workplaces-bay-area/2026">The 25 Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area</a>.)

Employees say:"The SLT is transparent about the decisions guiding Lumin and consistently models the values expected across the organization. People at Lumin are not only highly capable but take ownership of their work and actively support one another's success. The culture is grounded in mutual respect, trust, and accountability."

Lumin Digital

Employees say:"This company treats its employees like the unique and important individuals that they are. Mercury is not just welcoming at the beginning when you are first hired, but they continue to show their employees their gratitude and excitement for their employees throughout the year. Majority of the people here are high performers who are also empathetic, caring and supportive. This is the best place I have and will ever work for."

Mercury

Employees say:"I am a worker with a disability, which made me worried about working at a fast-paced tech company (especially since my disability requires unique hours on occasion). I am so grateful that my immediate manager and Gong leadership have expressed trust in me enough to get my work done, especially without breathing over my shoulder. That level of trust makes me want to rise to occasion and make a real difference while here."

Gong

Employees say:"This company is great at acknowledging employees for the work they do—whether its working long hours, great client service, or being a great mentor. Servant leaders help others feel supported and you can tell they genuinely care about the team not only for the work they do but that they are doing well both personally and professionally."

ENGEO

Employees say:"It's the first place I've worked where the values they talk about are actually practiced. The amount of autonomy and trust I'm given to not just do my job but to do it well, as well as providing the resources we need to do that, is incredible. I keep asking for things thinking I'll get rejected (b/c of past job experiences) and find, to my delight, enthusiasm and encouragement along with those resources readily provided."

Webflow

Employees say:"We have the most incredible, inspiring, focused and considerate leaders I've ever worked with. Truly feels like a visionary CEO leading the company. Such a unique culture of highly innovative, collaborative and supportive teams with a sincere commitment to improving patient outcomes with best in market technology."

BillionToOne

Employees say:"Working here for me is inclusive, collaborative and rewarding. My presence is valued and appreciated and I feel really comfortable when I am at work. We work as a team, treat each other like family and do our best to respect and value each other every day while we are at work."

RAMS

Employees say:"This company truly believes in its employees and allows us to be the best versions of ourselves. I have been given opportunities here that I did not have previously in my career. I am very proud of what I have been able to do based on these opportunities. There is no where else I would rather be professionally."

Sigma Computing

Employees say:"One way the leadership demonstrate they genuinely care about the employees is they actively request our feedback to help shape the future direction of the company. Company leadership genuinely care about employee job satisfaction; they want every employee to be working in our 'dream job' while we meet the critical needs of our customers. Also, the senior leadership is accessible to everyday employees if we have questions or suggestions to offer."

Stellar Solutions

Employees say:"I am new to the company and cannot begin to communicate how welcome I've been made to feel. The onboarding process is educational, warm and made it so easy to get started in my role. Everyone I've worked with has been passionate, competent and kind in all the interactions I've had with them. Cannot express to you how different the culture is here from anywhere else I have ever worked. A warm wonderful place to come to work every day."

Ripple Labs

Employees say:"This is a great place to work because the managers care about their staff. I get good training, option to work from home, and the ability to learn new aspects of the company. The culture is very open and they truly help you grow in your teams. I feel like I am part of good teams and make a positive impact."

National MI

Employees say:"We are given autonomy to improve processes and speak up to make things better. Planful absolutely rewards initiative, progress, and self-starting behaviors. I believe that I am given the opportunities and visibility to strategic and tactical projects that allow me to grow my skillset in various ways."

Planful

Employees say:"The employees at ELF are exceptionally dedicated to the work they do and the overall company mission. The people's values align with the company ethos, which overall enhances everyone's dedication to their work, commitment to building tight knit collaborative teams, and nurturing genuine and healthy relationships. As a junior level employee, I feel lucky to be trusted with so much responsibility and feel encouraged and supported to grow professionally at an accelerated pace."

e.l.f. Beauty

Employees say:"It is the best group of people. My coworkers are extremely supportive in both personal and work situations. They are kind and helpful and our management team does a great job at hiring amazing people. Managers and peers are all people I feel very comfortable talking to. I also feel I am provided a lot of great training. I attend formal training and I also get one on one training from my managers and peers."

Revamp Engineering

Employees say:"Our company supports employees having a work/life balance. Management does an excellent job at keeping employees engaged. Appreciation is expressed on a regular basis. Management fosters an environment where employees feel valued and heard. Teammates work well together to accomplish tasks and goals."

ForeFront Power

Employees say:"Even as the company has grown to ~500, management is still accessible and communication doesn't get lost between all of the layers of people. Also, I feel more secure about my job than in other companies. Management has always shown a willingness to invest in people's development and well-being, so I genuinely feel that they would only layoff if the company was in dire situations."

Vaxcyte

Employees say:"I feel that this is my company. I feel included and I feel like I really matter. I have autonomy to do what I need to do to get my job completed as long as I am compliant. I love the transparency and inclusive environment."

Cytokinetics Inc

Employees say:"Forward Networks is a very collaborative, energetic, and fun place to work. It is a flat organization, we have access to every member on the executive team. Everyone is here to help each other succeed."

Forward Networks

Employees say:"We are fully remote and encouraged to have a great work life balance. Workers here are encouraged to give ideas and try new things. We actually care about our customers and will do anything to make their day better; for example, we have so many user panels to always make the process better and when in time of need helped give donations to those that lost everything in natural disasters."

Babylist

Employees say:"I've been here for less than a year, but I've met more C-suite leadership than I have in the 2+ years at previous companies. Getting to meet them, listen to them discuss the organization, and their personal lives truly makes Ontra feel like a home. They not only care about the strengths and skills you can bring professionally, but also who you are as a person and how you can contribute to the culture."

Ontra

Employees say:"Thumbtack is really a special place to work. I'm given so much autonomy to get my work done and also structure my day how it works best for me. I feel like I'm making a positive difference at the company and the company's vision excites me. We really focus on our company's values and even have a 'Values Awards' show where peers nominate other peers for living our values and one winner per value is selected as an award winner."

Thumbtack

Employees say:"Everyone's input and opinions are valued and encouraged at Arcellx, and I think this is very unique and a huge plus. Most employees get an opportunity to directly contribute to the progress and direction of a program. I think this provides a lot of value, pride and growth opportunity to employees at Arcellx."

Arcellx

Employees say:"The leadership team is open, approachable, and direct. They share honest information about the company and take the hard questions. It is really easy to trust a leadership team that owns an issue and addresses it head on."

Ladder Financial

Employees say:"Sequoia is a great place to work because of its focus on employee well-being, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth through learning and development programs. The company fosters a collaborative, inclusive culture, and provides employees with the tools and resources to make an impact on innovative projects."

Sequoia Equities

Employees say:"MaintainX does a great job of balancing growth culture and work-life balance. People here are ambitious and hard-working but very kind and helpful. People are not motivated by fear of consequences, but by desire to do well."

MaintainX

Employees say:"The ability to work so seamlessly as a full remote company is extremely rare. The benefits offered, the cultural celebrations, and overall willingness of other employees to lend a helping hand is one of a kind."

Once Upon A Farm

Employees say:"The People Operations team truly goes above and beyond to ensure the team is engaged and &nbsp;that this is a great place to work. Our leaders care about the team, and keep their eyes and ears open for feedback. Everyone here is welcomed and included. I can speak to my manager or people operations leader any time, any day."

Halcyon

Employees say:"Ironclad is, without question, the best place I've worked in the SaaS space. Leadership is remarkably transparent, the product is loved by customers, and the culture is grounded in trust, autonomy, and real work-life balance. The work is challenging in all the right ways, and if you spot an opportunity to improve something, you're empowered with the tools and support to make it happen. The people are sharp, collaborative, and genuinely kind. Add in strong benefits, managers who truly care, and real room for growth. Ironclad doesn't just talk the talk, it delivers."

Ironclad

Employees say:"There's a genuine sense of trust and respect at BoomPop. People are encouraged to show up as themselves, take ownership, and support one another while doing meaningful, high-impact work. I see this reflected everyday how we all just ask each other, 'ok what do you need from me in order to make this successful' or just stepping in to respond to client when the other person is swamped. We are all here for each other and no one ever says that's not my job. We are all in this together."

BoomPop

Employees say:"We have a strong culture of innovation, collaboration, and people development. The company's leadership principles, like 'Lead Like an API' and 'Balance the Power of Science and Art,' encourage cross-functional teamwork and creative problem-solving. Kong also prioritizes employee growth, offering flexibility, development opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive work environment where everyone has the autonomy to thrive. We have many coaching systems and platforms for all Kongers."

Kong

Employees say:"I love working at ChangeEngine because every day I get to combine creativity and impact, building communications that truly connect people while helping organizations thrive. The culture here is supportive, innovative, and people-first, which makes me feel both valued and inspired to keep growing."

ChangeEngine

Employees say:"Hatch has a shared valued: 'Excellence comes from Whole Humans,' and this helps us live and breathe work life balance, while highlighting the importance of showing up to work with good energy, helpful attitudes, and an understanding we are all in this together, as humans, as teammates."

Hatch

Employees say:"We have an exceptional degree of empowerment. Folks are trusted early and often to lead complex transactions (with appropriate guardrails). We have folks in their early 20s who are driving these and have trust from the firm to make big decisions on investments, management teams, org design. Nobody is 'too junior' to have a POV that the firm will take seriously. Alpine endeavors to be 'the best'. Not just top quartile or just good, but the best. Forces a paradigm shift on thinking to do things the way they haven't been done by others. I really admire the conviction in this mentality by my peers and leadership."

Alpine Investors

Employees say:"The culture at RTI is phenomenal. The people are kind hearted and care for one another. Everyone strives to "work as one" to make the company successful. Management is transparent and honest in their long term goals. Unlike other companies, employees generally tend to stay longer at RTI due to the growth opportunities, amazing culture, and the exciting product." &nbsp;

Real-Time Innovations

Employees say:"One of the things I value most about working here is the freedom to manage my own work without constant oversight. The remote work policy has been fantastic for my productivity and personal life, and the overall flexibility around work arrangements shows that leadership trusts employees to deliver results regardless of location or schedule."

Arcus Biosciences

Employees say:"What makes Beyond special is the level of trust and ownership people are given. Teams are encouraged to think like owners, not just execute, and there's a lot of transparency around how the business is doing and why decisions are made. The people here are also a big part of it—smart, curious, and genuinely kind. There's very little ego, and a lot of collaboration. You get to work on meaningful problems while still having flexibility and support, which makes it a great place to grow."

Beyond

Employees say:"This company really does a good job of allowing individuals to be themselves when they come to work. From our executive team on down, there is an ethos of collaboration and appreciation for the talents that individuals bring to work. We try hard to recognize the great work that individuals do. We try to be empathetic and compassionate to our colleagues and we try to deal with problems in real-time so they don't fester and become bigger issues. This leads to a culture of openness, honesty and trust."

Dialpad, Inc.

Employees say:"BPM really cares about its employees and clients. I've never worked for a company that is so forward thinking, innovative and inclusive. The work I do is diverse and fun as well a challenging (in a good way). I plan to stay with BPM until I retire."

Employees say:&nbsp;"HoneyBook is a highly collaborative environment where people at all levels are encouraged to be engaged in business decisions and contribute ideas that can affect the course of our company strategy. I think this gives a lot of employees, especially those earlier in their careers, the opportunity to grow and create impact in ways not often available at other companies."

HoneyBook

Employees say:"Having been with Automation Anywhere for over a decade, I've had the unique opportunity to witness its remarkable evolution firsthand. What makes this company a truly great place to work goes beyond just the day-to-day; it's the sense of shared journey and the deep-rooted feeling of community. &nbsp;It's this combination of professional growth, a strong community, and a shared vision that makes our company &nbsp;a truly exceptional place to work."

Automation Anywhere

Employees say:"Homeward, its employees and leadership team are as transparent as possible and straightforward. This allows all/most team members to understand the why behind decision making and understand how their contributions impact our purpose. Transparency and understanding our purpose have created a culture of inclusion and engaged employees who trust one—and I find this to be a unique feature of the culture at Homeward which makes it a great place to work."

Homeward

Employees say:"I've never met such a genuinely nice group of people to work with. When they say no egos, they mean it. These are people helping people and also empowering their team to do great work. When I joined, I thought the culture at Questus was too good to be true. It hasn't wavered since the day I joined."

Questus

Employees say:"The people and culture at Infoblox is unmatched. The kindness, openness, and willingness to support and collaborate across departments is absolutely wonderful. No one rejects a request because 'it's not in their wheelhouse'; everyone is willing to help, collaborate, and pick up slack if needed."

Infoblox

Employees say:"I've experienced much more 'care' from management than I have at past companies. My supervisor appears to be genuinely interested in my success and advancement, and upper management seems approachable and competant. The unique bonus structure and annual trip incentive are a nice addition, and I feel like I've connected with my co-workers more than I have at past companies due to all of the opportunities for team building and offsites."

Premier Nutrition

Employees say:"One of the things that really stands out is the supportive and collaborative culture. Even in a remote environment, there's a strong sense of connection and shared purpose. The company also encourages growth and innovation, which makes it an exciting place to contribute and learn. Overall, it's a place where people feel valued and empowered to do their best work."

Zynga

Employees say:"One of the standout aspects of working here is the exceptional support for parents and parents-to-be. The company's commitment to work-life balance shines through with flexible work schedules, generous parental leave, and memberships to resources like the Maven app and Parento, which provide invaluable guidance and care for parents. Coupled with the fully remote work environment, it's clear the company genuinely prioritizes family well-being and empowers employees to thrive both personally and professionally."

Affinity

Employees say:"Management is supportive, respectful, personable and team oriented, making this a great place to work. I love the hybrid schedule and that TDC is flexible with their employee's needs, allowing for a good work/life balance. Also, our benefits are excellent. I honestly feel very lucky to work here."

The Doctors Company

Employees say:"It is unique and refreshing to have a leadership team all the way up to the CEO ready to jump in and help close deals and handle issues with current clients. They do not jump in and take over by assigning meaningless task to me. They ask me directly how can they help and take direction from my experiences with that specific customer. The fact that this leadership team respects and trusts my input and experience is a breath of fresh air."

Gigamon

Employees say:"The remote work is very helpful to me right now. It helps me balance my several responsibilities. I also enjoy the freedom to chose when my work time is (outside of busy season). Most of management is very encouraging of and enables professional development and the free access to classes is a huge benefit. The overall benefits package, including insurance, PTO, employee support programs both personal and professional, etc. is very good when compared to the overall landscape of employment. The culture of encouragement and acceptance makes the work enjoyable."

Novogradac & Company

Employees say:"Intermedia fosters a collaborative and empowering culture where innovation is encouraged and individual contributions are valued. Teams are trusted to find better, smarter ways to work, and leadership is accessible and supportive. There's a strong sense of shared purpose, and people genuinely care about doing good work together."

Intermedia Cloud Communications

Employees say:"It really feels like they value their employees and the employees' feedback. We are busy, but management always makes time for employees with any questions they have or help they need. I am happy and proud to say I work for Windsor Management."

Windsor Management

Employees say:"They genuinely care about people's well-being. Managers are always ready to listen to any concerns I have during our weekly sync meetings. They also offer flexible work hours, which allow people to work full time at their own pace while still enjoying memorable moments with family and friends. This can be hard to find at many companies."

Teecom

Employees say:"The culture, the leadership, and meaningful work are unique. I think the culture starts from the top and I am blown away at what has been created here. I feel accepted, appreciated, and valued for who I am (not just the work I do). I recognize how rare that is and am extremely grateful for it. I think leadership does a great job at keeping us informed as much as they can. I feel like my voice is always heard here. Lastly, I find it very rewarding to be promoting a product that has the potential to save lives. Thank you for making Dynavax a great place to work!"

Dynavax

Employees say:"Our corporate structure of employee ownership is fairly unique among engineering firms, especially the ability for all employees to buy and own stock. I think the emphasis on maintaining a healthy distribution of ownership is an example of how management does a great job of thinking about the long-term health of the company and best interests of its employees. Time-and-a-half overtime for designers is also an amazing feature which goes a long way towards feeling valued. I believe it also works as a very effective check against the industry-wide norm of overworking entry-level engineers."

Degenkolb Engineers

Employees say:"Bridgecare is a supportive environment where everyone's voice is heard, fostering teamwork and camaraderie. People genuinely enjoy working together and care about their colleagues beyond the workplace, which is evident in their actions. When my family experienced a tragedy, I was new to the company and had to take a lot of time off. From leadership to my coworkers, everyone reached out to see how they could assist with my workload and provide support. They sent meals, allowed me to work non-traditional hours, and continued to check in with me long after I had returned to work."

BridgeCare

Employees say:"The management team is available and open to hearing my concerns and responsive to them. &nbsp;Continuous professional learning opportunities are abundant and participation is encouraged. I truly feel that my direct managers are supporting me and rooting for me to continue learning and growing in my professional career."

Apexon

Employees say:"Agiloft is the first place I've worked where work-life balance isn't just a slogan used for recruitment. Leadership from executives down encourage and foster an inclusive, welcoming, healthy work environment."

Agiloft

Employees say:"We are exceptionally well run by a very balanced management team that is neither delusional and optimistic nor too pessimistic; this creates a stable environment to do great work, and lots of growth opportunities to learn more, contribute, and grow the company."

Applied Intuition

Employees say:"CriticalRiver's willingness to invest in people &amp; innovation whether that's through new technologies, training, or cross-functional pilot programs, makes employees feel like they're not just executing tasks, but shaping the future of the organization. That combination of ambition, accessibility, and empowerment is rare, and it's what makes this a phenomenal place to work!"

CriticalRiver

Employees say:"dk Engineering is a great place to work because it consistently fosters an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated. I take pride in my work and genuinely feel appreciated by both my manager and colleagues. There's a strong sense of camaraderie here, and I truly enjoy being part of such a dedicated and collaborative team. Leadership provides clear guidance, celebrates accomplishments, and actively supports personal and professional growth. The positive culture and teamwork-driven atmosphere make dk Engineering a place where people thrive and enjoy coming to work every day."

dk Engineering

Employees say:"This company is incredibly charitable and does a lot to give back to the community. They allow time for associates to do volunteer work, and host a quarterly volunteer event. They also provide gifts for associates to donate to charities of their choice, usually on the CEOs birthday and Thanksgiving. We also have matching campaigns for donations to certain charities."

Wealth Architects

Employees say:"This company truly cares about its employees. We are encouraged to do charity work and receive PTO hours to enable us to do it. We have regular communication meetings to discuss our company performance, strategy, and direction. My direct manager asks me what I need to do my job and strives to meet every request that I make. We are given the right IT equipment to do our jobs and have great support from HR, legal, and accounting."

PFU America

Employees say:"It really is a family environment. There is a very reasonable expectation of task and goals to be reached and completed. Everyone celebrates the achievements of others and supports each other. A mistake or a problem becomes the team's problem to help resolve however we can. Our CEO is genuinely committed and involved in not just the success of the company but also of each member of the team."

SW Technologies

Employees say:"While I have been at CloudPaths for less than a year, the entire organization has been welcoming like a family. I came from a large organization (100k+) and it is such a refreshing and rewarding feeling to work with a team of people that are so open and supportive."

Tricopp dba CloudPaths

Employees say:"From the first contact of job application to day-to-day work, Octave has been seriously thoughtful. Everyone here is so excited to have you be here and making sure you have everything you need. Before my start date I got so many welcome emails from all of my, then, soon-to-be co-workers."

Octave

Employees say:"The amazing leadership and staff and opportunity for growth makes the SLA a great place to work. After a career change at 32 I was hesitant about entering this industry as I wasn't sure what to expect. Throughout my 8 years here, I have had leaders that truly believe in my talent and ability, and they have continued to inspire me to be the best version of myself inside and outside of the office. I love that I get the opportunity to pass that on as well."

The Surplus Line Association of California

Employees say:"The company has truly caring and transparent leadership. Even in the toughest moments, they strive to include everyone and leave nobody in the dark. They're clear what the expectations are and how the company is doing. There are good benefits, and the company does this because they care about the employees. They set the time off policies, for example, in a way that they feel maximizes the amount of time people take off and balances the needs of the business with the need of folks to sometimes just take a mental health day. And there is a strong emphasis on reminding you to turn off your notifications and actually go offline when you do take time off.."

Bigeye

Employees say:"Titles do not limit approachability - everyone is in it together. There's an open line of communication, approachability, and most of all, kindness. There is a culture of strength, passion, strategic goals, and initiative, but there is also a complementing sense of kindness, approachability, family, community, and support that is led by our executive leadership."

PagerDuty

Employees say:"Waymark is a highly intentional, impactful company. My entire career has been in the healthcare industry and this is the first place where I've felt that the business plan actually holds the company accountable to improving patient care and outcomes. In addition to doing important work, Waymark fosters a very positive company culture."

Waymark

Employees say:"This is a very unique company, we have the ability to travel the country visiting offices that are making a difference in the world of nonprofits and charities. We have a lot of responsibility and autonomy in the work we do—we are trusted to work as professionals and are given wide latitude in how to do our jobs."

Universal Events

Employees say:"Frequent off-sites are a great chance to have candid connectivity and bonding with the people you work with as well as stretch your mind to imagine new approaches to the overall goals of the company. The people here are excellent in their field and as coworkers. The structure is not so rigid and hierarchical and it feels that anyone can make a difference and cross-pollinate. "

Freed

Employees say:"With just under a year at Bridgepointe, what's impressed me most is the welcoming atmosphere. From executives to coworkers, everyone is approachable and willing to help. I've always been encouraged to ask questions and reach out when I need support, which has made it much easier to learn and grow here."

Bridgepointe Technologies

Employees say:"Working here is such a unique opportunity to really lean into your strengths and go above and beyond. There's a lot of trust and autonomy, which makes the work genuinely enjoyable. I've grown and learned so much personally and professionally, and I feel proud of my work and accomplishments. I've never felt so instantly comfortable in a role, and honestly, I can't imagine working anywhere else."

NewsBreak

Employees say:"The work life balance is one of the main highlights for me within Eichleay. I am able to work more efficiently and deliver results more effectively with my freedom to work remotely. I have also had many opportunities to go out to different job sites to train and interact with my fellow employees and get hands on experience."

Eichleay

Employees say:"Otter’s culture is unlike anything I’ve experienced elsewhere. There’s a genuine emphasis on hiring good people and pairing that with strong management that truly cares about your growth. The environment balances work and life well, while still encouraging everyone to push themselves and produce great work. That combination of support and challenge feels rare and makes it an exciting place to be."

Otter.ai

Fortune partnered with Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing more than 70,000 U.S. employees.

To produce the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area, Fortune partnered with the people analytics firm Great Place To Work®. Great Place To Work has been surveying employees around the world about their workplace experiences for 30 years. Great Place To Work has developed a set of themes and metrics that not only reveal whether employees feel their workplace is great, but also predict retention, agility, and overall business success.  &nbsp;



Using their proprietary Trust Index™ survey, Great Place To Work measures the core of what they know creates great workplaces — key behaviors that drive trust in management, connection with colleagues, and loyalty to the company.  &nbsp;



The survey enables employees to share confidential quantitative and qualitative feedback about their organization’s culture by responding to 60 statements on a five-point scale and answering two open-ended questions. &nbsp;



Employees tell Great Place To Work whether leaders are accessible, communicate honestly and clearly, and if their actions match their words. They tell whether they feel respected as individuals, if they receive training benefits, appreciation, support for their well-being and opportunities to contribute. They tell whether they believe their company is fair related to pay, profits, promotions, recognition, favoritism and opportunities. They tell if they are proud of their work, their team, and their company and if they feel they make a difference, and their work is meaningful. And they tell whether they enjoy the people they work with, feel cared for and can be themselves.  &nbsp;



List rankings are based on this employee feedback, which is analyzed to determine the extent to which this experience is shared by the full workforce. Great Place To Work measures the differences in survey responses across demographic groups and roles within each organization to assess both the quality and consistency of the employee experience. Statements are weighted according to their relevance in describing the most important aspects of an equitable workplace. &nbsp;



Companies with the broadest sets of employees who report positive workplace experiences receive the highest rankings on lists.&nbsp;



In order to analyze employee feedback in context, Great Place To Work collects information from each company including their industry, revenue, size, and employee demographics. They identify the organizations that offer the most generous, caring and innovative cultures reflecting a genuine commitment to meet the diversity of their people’s needs inside and outside the workplace as validated by what employees themselves report in survey results.&nbsp;



Because employee feedback drives these rankings, surveys must meet strict requirements for how they are distributed and the percentage of employees who respond to ensure they accurately represent honest feedback from the company’s full population. To be eligible for the Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area list, companies must be Great Place To Work Certified™ and must have 10 or more employees in the U.S. They must also be headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area. Companies with 10 to 999 people are considered for the small and medium category; companies with 1,000 employees or more are considered for the large category. Companies appearing on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list rank at the top.&nbsp;



In the last year, Great Place To Work surveyed companies employing more than 7.3 million people in the US and received more than 1.3 million survey responses. Of those, more than 70,000 responses were received from employees at companies who were eligible for the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area list and this list is based on their feedback.&nbsp;



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75 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in the Bay Area

75 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in the Bay Area Ranking (2026)