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We launched Backblaze 15 years ago because we understood the value of data, and recognized that protecting and using it was too complex and too expensive. Today, the Backblaze Storage Cloud provides a foundational platform around the world for a broad community of developers, IT generalists, entrepreneurs, and individuals who seek the easy, affordable, trusted solutions we provide. read more
Backblaze Company Culture
Backblaze Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviewsChoice Employer
A+
4.8/5
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Compensation
A+Diversity
A+Environment
A+Executive Team
A+Backblaze CEO
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Gleb Budman
96 /100
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Diversity at Backblaze
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A+
Diverse employees at Backblaze have rated Compensation, Perks And Benefits, and Team as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Backblaze
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A+
Women at Backblaze have rated Compensation, CEO Rating, and Executive Team as the highest categories they have scored
Backblaze eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
89
Backblaze employees are 89% more likely to recommend Backblaze as a great place to work
| 93% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 3% | Passives |
| 4% | Detractors |
Working at Backblaze
Working at Backblaze is rated highly by 135 employees, across various culture dimensions. Backblaze employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Compensation, and Environment categories, putting Backblaze’s culture in the Top 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 5% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Backblaze was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Backblaze
A+
Overall Company Culture at Backblaze is rated A+
Last updated months ago
Top
5%
Backblaze ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Backblaze Employee Reviews
Out of 380 Backblaze employee reviews, 100% were positive.
| Positive Reviews | 100% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 0% |
Positive Reviews From Backblaze Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?They are very collab with each other
- What did you like most about the interview process?My boss knew what he was looking for during the interview. Questions were clear. You either know it or you don't.
- What makes you most happy at work?Positive and collaborative work environment. Good boss. Interesting work. Constant learning. Fun teams.
Constructive Feedback From Backblaze Employees
- What would you most like to see improved at your company?A bit more transparency when it comes to pay levels at different positions.
Backblaze Company Information
Backblaze Company Overview
We launched Backblaze 15 years ago because we understood the value of data, and recognized that protecting and using it was too complex and too expensive. Today, the Backblaze Storage Cloud provides a foundational platform around the world for a broad community of developers, IT generalists, entrepreneurs, and individuals who seek the easy, affordable, trusted solutions we provide.
Backblaze was founded in 2007 and its current CEO is Gleb Budman. Since its inception 19 years ago, Backblaze has grown to 250 employees.
Backblaze Mission, Vision & Values
Backblaze Mission Statement
Our mission is to make storing and using data astonishingly easy.
Backblaze Values
- Fair & Good
- Sustainable Business
- Focus on Easy
- Open Communication
- Cleverly Unconventional
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Backblaze
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| Headquarter | 500 Ben Franklin Ct San Mateo, CA 94401 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.backblaze.com |
| Founding Date | 2007 |
| Tel | (650) 352-3738 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | BLZE |
| Jobs | www.backblaze.com/company/jobs.html |
| Social Sites |
Backblaze Competitors
Backblaze competitors include Carbonite and Mozy. Backblaze ranks 1st in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Backblaze compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
A glimpse into who we are and what we do.
Whether you code it, capture it, run it, build it, or cherish it...Blaze It!
The IPO After-Party!
We got to feature some of our employees on billboards!
We got to feature some of our employees on billboards!
We got to feature some of our employees on billboards!
The Backblaze logo in Times Square!
And we're public!
A few of our Data Center Technicians at the San Mateo IPO party!
Cupcakes at our San Mateo IPO Party!
Backblaze Employees
Backblaze has 250 employees. 135 employees at Backblaze have reviewed Backblaze across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 135 Backblaze employees give their leadership a grade of A+, or Top 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Backblaze are extremely happy with their total compensation at Backblaze, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Backblaze are extremely happy with their team. 135 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Backblaze are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Backblaze believe the environment at Backblaze is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Backblaze is comfortably fast. About 77% of the employees at Backblaze work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Backblaze are extremely happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Backblaze employees generally work 8.5 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Backblaze report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
98% of Backblaze employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Backblaze employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
99% of Backblaze employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Backblaze - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Backblaze is that the company was very prepared on their first day. Backblaze employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Backblaze KPIs and OKRs
At Backblaze 100% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Backblaze's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 4 Backblaze employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 4 have said yes.
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Backblaze CEO & Leadership
96 /100
Backblaze CEO Awards and Recognitions
Backblaze’s CEO Gleb Budman started in this role in 2007. Gleb’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. With a high CEO score, Gleb Budman has won the Best CEOs in 2022. In addition, Gleb has garnered Best CEOs for Diversity in 2022 specifically for Diversity, making Backblaze’s CEO one of the top rated CEOs by diverse employees. Backblaze’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Marketing department, employees in the Operations department, and employees in the Customer Support department. However, employees in the Sales department, employees with 1 to 3 Years experience, and employees with 3 to 6 Years experience have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Under Budman’s leadership, Backblaze employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Environment. Professional Development and Office Culture are two areas, according to respondents, where Backblaze could stand to see real improvement.
Backblaze Leadership
The Backblaze Executive Team is rated an “A+” and led by CEO Gleb Budman, Chief Executive Officer and Chairperson of the Board Gleb Budman, and Chief Technology Officer and Director Brian Wilson
Gleb Budman CEO / President
Gleb Budman is a co-founder and has served as our chief executive officer since 2007, guiding the business from its... read more
Gleb Budman Chief Executive Officer and Chairperson of the Board
Gleb Budman is a co-founder and has served as our chief executive officer since 2007, guiding the business from its... read more
Brian Wilson Chief Technology Officer and Director
Brian Wilson is one of our co-founders and has served as our chief technology officer since 2007. Brian’s inspiration... read more
Frank P. Patchel Chief Financial Officer
Frank P. Patchel has served as our chief financial officer since early 2020. Frank brings a wealth of public company... read more
Tom MacMitchell General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer
Tom MacMitchell has served as our general counsel and chief compliance officer since early 2020. Prior to joining... read more
Tim Nufire Chief Cloud Officer and Director
Tim Nufire is a co-founder and has served as our chief cloud officer since January 2008 and as a member of our Board of... read more
Tina Cessna Senior Vice President, Engineering
Tina Cessna has served as our senior vice president, Engineering since 2018. In her role, she has guided our engineering... read more
Mark Potter Chief Information Security Officer
Mark Potter has served as our chief information security officer since early 2021. He brings experience from over 29... read more
Nilay Patel Vice President, Sales and Interim, Head of Marketing
Nilay has served as our vice president, Sales since 2009. Nilay was part of the founding team at Backblaze and launched... read more
Diversity & Inclusion at Backblaze
Diverse employees at Backblaze score the company 94/100 across various culture categories, placing Backblaze in the Top 5% of companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Backblaze across various culture dimensions.
At Backblaze, we don't just accept diversity; we embrace it. We believe that our dedication to cultivating a diverse workspace not only allows us to better serve our customers in over 175 countries, but further reinforces our commitment to doing the right thing.
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Backblaze Perks & Benefits
Employee Equipment Perk: All eligible employees receive a stipend to enhance their workstation and increase their productivity.
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Gym Membership / Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Performance Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement
Office Perks
- Free Food
- Pet-Friendly
- Company Social Outings
- Legal Assistance
- Work From Home Policy
Backblaze PTO
Backblaze's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. Backblaze's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.
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Backblaze Careers
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Backblaze
What is Backblaze address?
Backblaze location is at 500 Ben Franklin Ct
Who is the CEO of Backblaze?
Backblaze CEO is Gleb Budman, their score by employees is 96
What is Backblaze eNPS?
The eNPS for Backblaze is 89
How many employees work in Backblaze?
Backblaze has 250 employees
Who are Backblaze competitors?
Backblaze main competitors are Carbonite, Mozy
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