Best Places to Work in San Francisco in 2026

"When I joined PagerDuty, I was at a point in my career where I was trying to figure out what my next big challenge would be. I really wanted to work somewhere where my work would have a real impact, but also pose a big technical challenge for me, and that's just what I found here at PagerDuty, I've been able to work alongside an amazing team."

"I was attracted to Chime because it is a different way of banking that actually cares about people's financial health. I have been blown away by the commitment and passion everyone here has to make that happen. My time at Chime has been one of the most rewarding in my career when I see the impact our work has on our members."

"I’ve always believed that the future of work is remote, and I think that being distributed is something that all organizations will embrace moving forward. I treasure that flexibility. My mornings are dedicated to family - my wife and 6 month old baby – and afternoons and evenings are for working. This works really well for me."

"The people at Smartly have all different backgrounds and areas of expertise, but what ties us all together is a deep passion for solving customer problems. This common ground creates a fun, collaborative and solution-oriented environment to work in!"

"Udemy is the best place I have ever worked. Senior leadership’s transparency, candor, & commitment to the whole employee is palpable. My managers have been true coaches who want to support my personal growth & career development. Great culture!"

"The teams at LogicMonitor are world-class and second-to-none. I have worked on really fantastic teams before, but the team here at LogicMonitor easily takes the cake. There is also clear effort and work put into diversification of our workforce."

"I joined the company in 2014, and I was lucky to be an early employee and see the company grow through so many different stages. It's just unreal when you have a job that actually makes a difference in the world."

"In Compliance Engineering, we work across all product teams and have the space to really understand how new features will improve the lives of customers. Since all data streams to us, we can design systems that solve entire categories of problems, like visualizing money flow, cryptocurrencies, and stopping bad actors from causing harm."

"I love working at Toast for various reasons. Toast is inclusive and always focused on my career growth. Also, working with restaurant owners and them telling you that you’ve made their dreams come true- words cannot explain that feeling. I love it here. "

"Remote-first allows for more time for the things that matter to employees. Not commuting to an office (unless you count walking to the spare room I work in) leaves so much time for things that fulfill my life outside of work, which then fuels the way I show up to work. "

"We constantly test the latest developments in AI to fully understand both its strengths and its limitations. By embedding AI into our product suite, we’re helping teams cut through the noise and tap into the collective knowledge for their organizations quickly, effectively, and intuitively."

"It feels like a community within my team. There are people that I have formed friendships with over a short period, and they're always there when I need them. I'm always challenged to do better, learn something new, and take risks."

"Throughout my time at Taskrabbit, I’ve always found it easy to maintain a work-life balance. Even on a team where my colleagues are spread across several different timezones, I’ve seen our leadership take great care to ensure meetings, deadlines and general workload don’t upset the balance we're all trying to achieve with our careers and home life."

"The most unique thing I've experienced here is a series called "Life Stories" where a Notino shares a condensed version of their life in 45 minutes. It's an opportunity to hear about people's backgrounds and the experiences that defined them allows us to work together in a way that highlights people's strengths and unique perspectives."

"The Rokt company culture is unlike any other I have experienced. The open and equal environment values each employee's individuality, and I’ve found inspiration, motivation, and a sense of belonging here."

"Deep ownership at Grow has helped me sharpen my technical tools and entrepreneurial skill set, while working towards a great cause positively disrupting America’s mental healthcare system!"

"Before Afterpay, my job made me feel like a cog in the machine. I never really got to see the impacts of my contributions. But at Afterpay, every feat counts towards bettering our company, our business, and the experience of our customers. "

"Leadership is extremely supportive in making sure that you are growing. I actually came into Dropbox in a sales role, and pivoted to a role I've never done before, which is recruiting. Grew within my role there because of the supportive leadership and the resources they provided, and now into a management role. Career growth here is truly endless! "

"I appreciate the fast turnaround between employee feedback and changes implemented by leadership. To me, that shows Klaviyo is growing in the right direction internally. That and the ambitious environment make it the right place for me."

"I always feel encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share a solution. I am not restricted to just sit in front of a screen and program; I interact with product managers, account managers, tech support, and pricing analysts to the point where I can put myself in their shoes and understand their perspectives and issues as well."

"Qualtrics is the forefront of this emerging field of Experience Management. I like how, using the newest tools in technology, Qualtrics helps researchers and companies act on their data."

"ZS does a great job of bringing DEI out in the beginning and the forefront. It shows the company's commitment—this is important, it’s not an afterthought."

""Joining Square has been the best professional decision of my career. I always knew I had a passion for helping others. Being on the Account Management Team allows me to be my authentic self AND be a powerful purpose of global economic empowerment.""

"As a new grad, I wanted to be on a team where I could ask questions and grow. From day one at Datadog, everyone’s been approachable, supportive, and eager to help. A year in, I’m working on critical systems, building APIs, and contributing to a product that impacts thousands of customers. I’ve learned more here than I thought possible."

"The most exciting part about the technology transformation within PwC has been the level of commitment at every level of the firm. And one of those examples is the digital accelerator program. It allows people to teach others about ways to use technology and improve the way they do things. "

"At VSCO, there is a focus on engineers' growth, wellbeing and happiness. I work on web and platform—our group is comprised of intelligent people who are motivated to create an excellent product, who share knowledge openly, and collaborate regularly."

"I was one of the first business development reps in NYC. I was awarded BDR of the quarter for 3 quarters straight and was soon promoted to Account Executive. The tools I learned in the BDR role helped me to become a Top Rep for my team. Since joining Celonis the opportunity to continuously learn and grow has been my favorite part of working here!"

""Being able to work with amazing people and solve a wide variety of challenges has made my experience both enjoyable and absolutely invaluable. There's plenty of opportunity here so I would highly encourage anyone to jump in and apply today!”"

"When I joined GRAIL over 8 years ago as a bioinformatician, I was driven by the possibility of changing how we detect cancer. I’m proud to work alongside incredibly smart and dedicated people who are revolutionizing the cancer space, and it’s inspiring to now see our first of its kind multi cancer early detection test reaching patients"

"We are building innovative solutions using leading edge tech to enable our merchants to grow their businesses. Come join our ever-growing team and help us push the limits of e-commerce."

"I’ve been at Liftoff for a little over 8 years (starting as a contractor), and what’s kept me here is the people. There’s a shared drive for excellence across teams like creative, engineering, sales, etc. and you feel it in how seriously folks take their craft and how consistently the values show up day to day. One small moment that stuck with me: after an especially intense week during an office visit, a manager put together a bag of souvenirs for me to take home, a simple “we noticed” that captured the “we’re in this together” culture."

"I love working at Atlassian because my work contributions are celebrated by my team and I can see how my work aligns with the company's mission."

"Our culture gives engineers the freedom to explore new ideas while providing the guardrails they need to innovate safely. We've built a culture where learning is part of our operating model. Engineers are highly encouraged to conduct PoCs, participate in technical deep dives, and Software Engineering guilds or speaker series to share learnings. We focus on learning cycles, not just outcomes, which helps us evolve quickly while maintaining high engineering standards. "

"We have fun! We celebrate our wins and support each other's interests. This allows everyone to bring their true selves to work. Time off is required and supported through unlimited vacation. We believe in work/life balance and don’t glorify burnout."

"I've had the pleasure of sitting in 8+ roles here at Navan over the last 5 years (SDR to Regional Director). Being at a business with lofty goals and a "failure isn't an option" mentality opens the door to expedite career progression, constant new opportunities and projects, and the ability to learn from a one-of-a-kind leadership team."

"Apart from being one of the best places to work in the auto industry, there are 3 compelling GM values: 1. Actions toward inclusivity & diversity. 2. Investment in employee well-being and growth. 3. Developing new fleet to ensure sustainability."

"At Snap, we are able to unlock the power of best-in-class applied research in data science, where your work has the potential to shape and enhance the experiences of hundreds of millions of users globally."

"Upstart has cultivated my individual contributor career path, allowing me to flourish and grow in ways I didn't expect to as an engineer. My everyday experience is enhanced because I work with talented, passionate, and creative peers."

"Global banking is ever-evolving, with many challenges still to solve. But the excitement lies in being part of the solution—developing creative strategies, driving innovation, and making a real impact for businesses worldwide."

"You will always find someone to grab coffee or take a quick walk with. We really value being #human in the office and it’s one of the most important things that everyone in Xero does. This means empathizing, helping, listening, and being there for one another. It's what makes me love not only Xero, but the individual people within Xero too."

"Being at Zeta means feeling empowered every day. The culture here thrives on innovation, and it’s inspiring to be part of a team leading the way in AI and pushing boundaries in technology. It’s an exciting time to be at Zeta, where we’re constantly evolving and making impactful strides in the industry!"