About Esri
What is Esri?
Esri is a geographic-information-system (GIS) software company, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Redlands, California. Its ArcGIS platform powers mapping and spatial analytics for governments, businesses and NGOs worldwide. It is privately held.
Where will I work?
Esri runs a flexible hybrid model centred on its Redlands, California campus and regional offices.
What is the Esri team like?
Around 6,000 people work at Esri. It is a Comparably Best Company for Work-Life Balance (2025).
Work-Life Balance
Esri is a standard five-day-week employer ranked #26 on Comparably's Best Companies for Work-Life Balance (2025), long known for a stable, employee-friendly culture.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical & vision insurance
- Dental coverage
- Equity / stock options
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid parental leave
- Mental health support
- Professional development