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Parallels Company Culture
Parallels Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.2/5
Parallels' Overall Culture is rated C
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
B+Executive Team
B+Work Culture
B+Meetings
BTeam
BParallels CEO
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Birger Steen
75 /100
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Diversity at Parallels
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0
Parallels employees are 0% more likely to recommend Parallels as a great place to work
| 40% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 20% | Passives |
| 40% | Detractors |
Working at Parallels
Working at Parallels is rated below average by 6 employees, across various culture dimensions. Parallels employees rate CEO Rating highest among all categories, and think that Environment and Professional Development have the most room for improvement, putting Parallels’s culture in the Bottom 40% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 35% compared to other companies in Seattle. See below in detail how working at Parallels was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Parallels
C
Overall Company Culture at Parallels is rated C
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Bottom
40%
Parallels ranks in the Bottom 40% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Out of 1 Parallels employee reviews, 100% were positive.
| Positive Reviews | 100% |
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| Constructive Feedback | 0% |
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Parallels Company Information
Parallels Company Overview
Parallels develops cross-platform virtualization and automation solutions which allow users to access applications, files, and computers.
Parallels Mission, Vision & Values
Parallels Mission & Values
Parallels Inc., a global leader in cross-platform solutions, makes it simple for customers to use and access the applications and files they need on any device or operating system. We help businesses and individuals securely and productively use their favorite devices and preferred technology, whether it’s Windows®, Mac®, iOS, Android™, Chromebook, Windows Phone, Linux, Raspberry Pi or the Cloud.
| Headquarter | 500 39th St. SW, Suite 200 Bellevue, WA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.parallels.com |
| Founding Date | 1999 |
| Tel | (425) 282-6400 |
| Company Status | Private |
Parallels Competitors
Parallels competitors include VMware, Azuqua, and AppDirect. Parallels ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Parallels compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Parallels Employees
6 employees at Parallels have reviewed Parallels 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 6 Parallels employees give their leadership a grade of C, or Bottom 45% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Parallels are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Parallels, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Parallels are pleased with their team. 6 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B. The majority believe the meetings at Parallels are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Parallels believe the environment at Parallels is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Parallels is comfortably fast. About 20% of the employees at Parallels work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Parallels are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Parallels - Employee Onboarding
Parallels employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Parallels KPIs and OKRs
At Parallels 100% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Parallels' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Parallels employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Parallels CEO & Leadership
Parallels CEO - Birger Steen
75 /100
Birger’s approval rate is in the Top 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 30% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Seattle. Parallels’s CEO is highly regarded especially by Caucasian employees, employees with Over 10 Years experience, and Male employees. Compared to Parallels’s competitors, Birger Steen ranks right above Azuqua CEO Nikhil Hasija. Under Steen’s leadership, Parallels employee respondents are most happy about their Executive Team and the company’s Work Culture. Environment and Professional Development are two areas, according to respondents, where Parallels could stand to see real improvement.
Parallels Leadership
The Parallels Executive Team is rated a “B+” and led by CEO Birger Steen, Chief Financial Officer Judd Lee, and Senior Vice President, Global Sales Yury Larichev
Birger Steen CEO / President
Birger Steen serves as the CEO / President of Parallels.
Yury Larichev Senior Vice President, Global Sales
Yury Larichev serves as the Senior Vice President, Global Sales of Parallels. Yury started at Parallels in April of... read more
John Uppendahl Vice President of Global Communications
John Uppendahl serves as the Vice President of Global Communications of Parallels. John started at Parallels in February... read more
Farees Mohiuddin VP Online Business
Farees Mohiuddin serves as the VP Online Business of Parallels. Farees started at Parallels in January of 2017. Farees... read more
Parallels Salaries
How much does Parallels pay?
How much do people at Parallels get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Parallels is $94,239, or $45 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $86,187, or $41 per hour.
At Parallels, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $213,879 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $43,911 annually. Average Parallels salaries by department include: HR at $151,632, IT at $62,374, Finance at $78,556, and Engineering at $140,004. Half of Parallels salaries are above $86,187.
6 employees at Parallels rank their Compensation in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 22 ratings) while 5 employees at Parallels rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 7 ratings).
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| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $56k | $56k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $72k | $72k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $85k | $85k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $148k | $148k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $202k | $202k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $263k | $263k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $273k | $273k | 100th Percentile |
$94,239*
Average Compensation
$86,187*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Parallels Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Parallels
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Parallels across various culture dimensions.
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Parallels Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Parallels PTO
Parallels' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 10-15 days off a year with 0% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Parallels' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Parallels on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Engineering | 33% | |
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IT | 17% | |
Executive | 17% | |
Product | 17% | |
All Industries | 17% |
Candidates By Location
Bellevue | 33% | |
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Seattle | 33% | |
Auburn | 17% | |
Other | 17% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Parallels
What is Parallels address?
Parallels location is at 500 39th St. SW, Suite 200
Who is the CEO of Parallels?
Parallels CEO is Birger Steen, their score by employees is 75
What is the salary for SEM Manager in Parallels?
SEM Manager average salary in the US is 73k
What are the salaries in the Design in Parallels?
The average salaries for Design in Parallels is 100k
Who are Parallels competitors?
Parallels main competitors are VMware, Azuqua, AppDirect
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