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Edmunds

Santa Monica

500 Total Employees

Year Founded: 1966

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What's It Like to Work at Edmunds?

Updated on July 10, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Job Satisfaction

Job satisfaction at Edmunds is supported through a culture of "TRUST" (Transparency, Resourcefulness, Urgency, Simplicity, and Togetherness) that prioritizes employee autonomy and holistic well-being. By leaning into these values, we ensure that every employee has the tools, flexibility, and recognition needed to thrive in their roles.

Robust Recognition: Edmunds fosters a culture of appreciation where employees reward each other daily via our employee recognition platform, while regular praise is integrated into individual team meetings. Major wins are spotlighted on a larger scale during our bi-weekly, all-company "Cadillac Catch-up" meetings, as well as through President’s Club Awards for top performers in Sales.
Holistic Wellness: Through our wellness programs, Edmunds supports total well-being by offering FitCash, which subsidizes monthly costs for gym memberships, fitness classes, and athletic activities. This physical well-being initiative is paired with mental health resources like the Headspace app to ensure employees stay balanced and energized.
Driver’s ED Certification: We empower our team to master new skills through a specialized badging program that combines lunch-and-learns with hands-on stretch assignments to help us grow professionally.
Work-Life Balance: Satisfaction is boosted by flexible time off, four months of paid parental leave, and a sabbatical program for long-tenured staff to pursue personal passions.
Action-Driven Leadership: Leadership doesn't just listen; they act, continuously reviewing bi-yearly Employee Survey results to drive meaningful change. Based directly on employee feedback, leadership actively invests in daily experience-boosting programs—from fueling continuous growth through full-day Learning Events to sponsoring TEDxEdmunds, a self-organized platform where employees present and spark deep discussions. This proactive commitment extends to personal well-being through structural flexibility, championing remote work options and “Summer Fridays”—which invites everyone to log off at 1:00 PM during the summer months to genuinely unplug, recharge, and prioritize work-life balance. By turning feedback into tangible initiatives, leadership ensures our work remains sustainable for the long-term "Ride of a Lifetime."

Willingness to Recommend

Employees at Edmunds say they would recommend the company because it is an award-winning workplace that actively supports employee growth. With high marks for diversity and innovation, the company consistently ranks as a "Most Loved Workplace" across major industry publications.

Award-Winning Culture: Edmunds is consistently named a top employer by Fortune, Newsweek, and Built In because we actively build an environment where diverse perspectives thrive and tech innovation is part of the daily workflow. These accolades reflect our core commitment to open communication, cutting-edge engineering, and a truly inclusive community.
Purpose & Belonging: Edmunds empowers its people and supports their values by hosting six active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to foster an inclusive community, while also matching charitable donations and providing paid time off for volunteering.
Connected Culture: Even in a distributed work environment, Edmunds maintains a connected culture through monthly in-office lunches, virtual team-building activities, and inclusive social traditions like our annual summer and winter parties.
Strong Financial Perks: Employees value the highly competitive 401(k) plan, featuring a 100% company match up to 6% and immediate vesting.

General Market Perception

We’ve built a reputation as a place where people don't just show up to work, but actually feel seen and supported. Across the industry, we’re known for a culture rooted in "TRUST"—transparency, resourcefulness, urgency, simplicity, and togetherness. This has earned us spots on "Best Places to Work" lists from Fortune, Newsweek, and the LA Business Journal. We’re especially proud of being recognized as a top workplace for diversity and a "Most Loved" spot for our LGBTQ+ team members in 2024 and 2026.

A Culture of Championing Achievements: We make a big deal out of milestones, celebrating everything from new hires to work anniversaries during our "Cadillac Catch-ups”—our bi-weekly, all-company meetings.
Room to Level Up: We’re a home for continuous learners, offering unique stages like TEDxEdmunds (where employees train to give their own TED-style talks) and internal internships so you can continuously expand your skillset and career.
Support for the Whole You: Through our wellness program, we look out for your mental and physical health with perks like "FitCash" stipends (to help cover gym and fitness fees) and Headspace accounts.
Driven by Innovation: We’re known for giving our teams the freedom to experiment, whether that’s through annual hackathons or our "Driver's ED" stretch assignments built to accelerate your professional growth.

Edmunds Employee Perspectives

How does the company culture encourage peers to connect with each other either virtually, in person or both?

The company culture truly encourages connection in thoughtful and inclusive ways, whether people are in the office or working remotely. One great example is “Together Tuesdays,” which happens biweekly and brings people into the office for lunch, a great way to connect across teams.

Edmunds also organizes a summer party and a winter holiday party to get together and have fun, and what I appreciate is how inclusive they are. For example, the holiday party also included a virtual game event so people who couldn’t attend in person could still get together and feel part of the experience.

On the team level, there are plenty of opportunities to connect more deeply. The tech and product teams attended a tech conference together earlier this year, which not only gave everyone a chance to meet face-to-face but also reinforced how much the company values innovation and knowledge-sharing. Teams also regularly organize smaller get-togethers like dinners, happy hours or even bike rides, which helps build real connections beyond day-to-day work. Overall, the culture makes it easy and natural for people to form bonds in ways that feel genuine and fun.

Isabell Bauer, Product Manager

From the article: Why I Joined: New Hires Share Why Their Company's Culture Made Them Say 'Yes'

Edmunds Employee Reviews

This is not your average corporate office. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. While we're here to get work done, not everything is all business. People here understand the importance of human relationships. Not only are we co-workers, but many of us are also friends, close ones even. To top it off, our office is fun and encouraging to take breaks!

Denise, Director, Software Engineering

Great ideas are the heartbeat of the Edmunds editorial team and they can come from anywhere. Everyone is encouraged to contribute and we have regular feature meetings where concepts are presented, discussed and evolved. As Editor-in-Chief, I love to be challenged by an idea and it’s hugely rewarding to see them come to fruition.

Alistair Weaver, Senior Vice President, Content and Editor in Chief

What People Are Saying About Edmunds

Benefits & Perks: Benefits include flexible time off, paid parental leave, a strong 401(k) match with immediate vesting, mental‑health resources, tuition and fitness reimbursement, an ESPP via the parent company, and a vehicle discount. Feedback suggests these are complemented by recognition programs, ERGs, and inclusive company gatherings.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible/remote options, a hybrid setup, and flexible time off are emphasized across many roles. Feedback suggests a results‑oriented approach that supports balance for distributed teams and parents.
Team Support: Colleagues are often characterized as friendly, collaborative, and people‑centric, with initiatives like Together Tuesdays and team get‑togethers fostering connection. Feedback suggests everyday collaboration and a supportive tone make the environment welcoming and effective.