50 Best Startups to Work For in New York 2023

"I'm surrounded by amazing colleagues who are great at what they do. Even on the most challenging days, we're able to trust each other, get the job done, & still make time to crack lots of jokes! This dynamic keeps me excited & motivated to do my job!"

"The calibre of my peers never ceases to amaze me. We have such intelligent, caring, and ambitious people driving our mission and shaping the AI/ML space. I love it when we get together and collaborate and am always learning something new."

"At Applecart, we have a culture of celebrating people for their hard work. We have a dedicated slack channel for shoutouts where we highlight individuals for the great work they do and the impact it has on the company as a whole."

"There is no shortage of help, inspiration, or motivation here! RocketReach is a company that prioritizes its people and sets them up for success."

"I never fully appreciated what it meant to be a true thought partner until coming to work at Check. In my 2 months here, I’ve enjoyed collaborating across different teams & have created strong bonds that extend past our virtual work environment"

"Everyone at Code Climate is supportive, accessible, and helpful. People are passionate about what they do, and really value collaboration. There's a clear belief that when we work together, we'll succeed together."

"Every morning, I’m genuinely excited to come to work. Even the challenges we face are exciting, each one getting us closer to our goal. We have an opportunity to do something big, and I feel lucky to be a part of such an inspiring group of people!"

"The best part about Runway is being able to work with such a diverse and creatively-motivated group of colleagues - it’s almost like a startup meets a creative studio! I get to learn a lot from my peers as we have such a tight-knit working culture."

"The culture at Pulse is very wholesome. People want you to succeed in your role / career so there is never a bad time to ask a question or have a discuss with a fellow colleague. Management also strongly fosters a learning environment for everyone."

"I'm still very fresh into my career, so a very important factor of the work environment for me is learning and professional development. Landis has provided this tenfold, supporting me as I learn and helping me discover new opportunities for growth."

"From the beginning, DAS42 has been a place where I am nurtured and challenged, encouraged to pursue what I am interested in, to forge my own path, and to continue to grow and change."

"At Fractal, you get an incredible front row seat to company formation and all the intricacies that are involved in that process. This is a company that is mission-oriented, challenging, ambitious, and full of amazing people."

"Cohley has challenged me to be a self-starter which has had a massive impact on my professional and personal life."

"I love being surrounded by such passionate and brilliant people everyday. "

"The best way to describe the vibe in the office is: Extremely Chill & Good. There’s a great creative atmosphere from being around other talented and passionate folks – and the fact that it’s in the heart of Soho doesn’t hurt either. "

"What I've loved most about working at Narmi is the people that make it. Everyone here is curious, hardworking, friendly, and passionate about our mission. But more than that, Narmi is collaborative, fun, and has built such a great sense of community."

"Our company and product are both constantly growing and evolving, making it an exciting place to work. Employees also have the autonomy to explore the work they are most interested in."

"On the Machine Learning team we are sifting through events (~84,000 a week!) to personalize the experience for every user. We tackle engineering problems such as understanding a user's interests and the kind of events they are interested in."

"I've had the privilege of being part of the Percent team for 3+ years, and every single day, I am supported, encouraged & intellectually stimulated. I am pushed to be a strong underwriter, but also to think of my career and evolution in the industry."

"You’ll have runway to grow, a strong sense of ownership, and ample opportunity to make a huge impact."

"MayStreet is a small firm building major solutions. We work with cutting-edge technology such as software-defined storage, monitoring and cloud computing. Larger companies could never provide this type of diverse exposure to one employee or a team."

"Flieber is a world of opportunity. Opportunity to be part of a growing business, getting involved in product and process development, and most importantly, the opportunity of working in a diverse culture with the best people from all over the world!"

"I love the people at January! Everyone you speak to is genuinely interested in you as a person, not just an employee. We have weekly coffee chats that are a great way to meet new people. Team collaboration is a verb for us, not just a saying."

"We all have different motivators and lifestyles, so every Ribbon team member creates their own working norms to share with those they collaborate with. Time off for rest and rejuvenation is highly encouraged, and our unlimited PTO policy allows us to take this time when we need. The health and well-being of our team comes first!"

"I’ve always had the support of the full team in our diversity & inclusion efforts, and I love that our goals go beyond just recruiting numbers. It’s a key part of our culture, from programming to the vendors we partner with and the products we carry."

"I open my computer every day excited to start with my team’s standup meeting. More broadly, the people at Bubble are incredible — it feels like a team sport because everybody wants to do their best and help Bubble succeed."

"One of the great things about Able is the people and vibe in our office! You’ll hear us, ranking the most underrated fruits or debating ridiculous hypotheticals. These conversations will all occur with equally high levels of passion. "

"Trail of Bits has consistently empowered me to do the kind of software development that I love: program analysis, with a strong emphasis on open sourcing and publicizing our research and tools for use by the wider community. "

"One of my favorite events that Brigit has is employee-run quarterly breakfasts. The staff running the breakfast attempt do their best in impersonating a New York deli - making breakfast sandwiches on griddles and pourover coffee to order. We also try to encourage a no meeting and laptop policy during the breakfast hour to spend some quality time."

"Howl is a challenging and progressive environment that spurs personal and professional growth. It’s amazing to be a part of a company that seeks to disrupt the creator space in the best ways! "

"I have never worked in a place as engaging as GlossGenius. Collaborating across teams to deliver best-in-class service and support hard-working business owners is incredibly fulfilling. Everyone is committed to making our customers shine."

"I love working for Clyde. The work is challenging in a friendly, respectful environment. We are a promising start-up with a moral compass and a product that can do well under a variety of market conditions. What more can you ask for?"

"It's amazing to work for a great company and team, solving security concerns and helping the company with new security efforts geared for the future."

"Healthcare is an archaic industry. But the fact that we are leveraging BOOMING AI to empower patient care, sets us above the rest. "