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PARTICIPANTS
1703
TOTAL
RATINGS
48356

Sunrun Company Culture

Sunrun Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
Choice Employer
A+
4.7/5

Sunrun CEO

Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Mary Powell Sunrun's CEO
Mary Powell
83 /100

Diversity at Sunrun

Top 10%Top 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A

Diverse employees at Sunrun have rated Team, Manager, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored

Women at Sunrun

Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A+

Women at Sunrun have rated Team, Manager, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored

Sunrun 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?"
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Recommend to a Friend?

34

Sunrun employees are 34% more likely to recommend Sunrun as a great place to work

56%Promoters
22%Passives
22%Detractors

Sunrun Company News

Working at Sunrun

Working at Sunrun is rated highly by 1703 employees, across various culture dimensions. Sunrun employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Environment, and Executive Team categories, putting Sunrun’s culture in the Top 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 25% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Sunrun was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at Sunrun

A+

Overall Company Culture at Sunrun is rated A+

Last updated months ago

Top
5%

Sunrun ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score

Overall Company Culture Score by Department

This graph details how each department scores their Overall Company Culture

Results from 1703 Employees

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80
100
Policy
90
Policy90
Business Dev
88
Business Dev88
Admin
87
Admin87
HR
84
HR84
Legal
83
Legal83
Marketing
83
Marketing83
Communications
82
Communications82
Customer Success
81
Customer Success81
Sales
81
Sales81
Finance
80
Finance80
Customer Support
79
Customer Support79
Product
78
Product78
IT
75
IT75
Operations
74
Operations74
Engineering
73
Engineering73
Design
70
Design70

Sunrun Employee Reviews

Out of 8987 Sunrun employee reviews, 85% were positive. The remaining 15% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Sunrun improve their work culture.

85%
15%
Positive Reviews85%
Constructive Feedback15%

Positive Reviews From Sunrun Employees

  • What is the best part about your compensation package?
    Great benies and a company focused on core values and consumerS lives using solar
  • What is the best part about your compensation package?
    Best benefits I've ever had! Very affordable as well.
  • What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?
    We are truly making a difference in how people use power. Helping customers to go green, one home at a time.

Constructive Feedback From Sunrun Employees

  • What needs to change to make the company culture better?
    Culture of the company is really good I feel like if we get to know the FSCs a little bit better we could build a better relationship Also I love getting together with them at restaurants and just sharing great chemistry it only build a better chemistry getting to know them Which equals more sale
  • What would you most like to see improved at your company?
    Greater connection/collaboration between branches and corporate teams.

Sunrun Company Information

Sunrun Company Overview

At Sunrun we believe the ultimate way to fuel life is through the cleanest energy on earth.

Sunrun was founded in 2007 and its current CEO is Mary Powell. Since its inception 19 years ago, Sunrun has grown to 11000 employees.

Sunrun Mission, Vision & Values

Sunrun Mission Statement

Our mission is to connect people to the cleanest energy on earth.

Sunrun Vision Statement

Welcome to Sunrun, where innovation meets impact. As the leading residential solar company in the U.S., we're not just selling solar panels - we're reshaping the energy landscape. For over a decade, we've been at the forefront of the energy revolution, bringing families affordable, resilient, and reliable energy.

Sunrun Values

  • We Love People
  • We Love to Create
  • We Love to Run
Websitewww.sunrun.com
Founding Date2007
Tel+1-415-580-6900
Company StatusPublic
StockRUN
Jobscareers.sunrun.com/us/en
Social Sites
Headquarters
San Francisco HQ225 Bush St #1400
San Francisco, CA 94105
United States of America
Denver HQ717 17th St Suite 200
Denver, CO 80202
United States of America
Lehi HQ1800 Ashton Blvd
Lehi, UT 84043
United States of America
  • Sunrun is the nation’s largest dedicated residential solar provider, creating low-cost energy solutions that bring sustainable power to the people. Customers can choose from service plans that allow them to pay only for power—not panels—because Sunrun owns, maintains, and monitors the entire system, letting homeowners receive a low, locked-in rate each month.

Sunrun Employees

Sunrun has 11000 employees in 3 locations. 1703 employees at Sunrun have reviewed Sunrun 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 1703 Sunrun 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 Sunrun are pleased with their total compensation at Sunrun, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at Sunrun are extremely happy with their team. 1703 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Sunrun are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at Sunrun believe the environment at Sunrun is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Sunrun is comfortably fast. About 63% of the employees at Sunrun work 8 hours or less, while 3% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.

Overall, the employees at Sunrun are 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
Sunrun employees generally work 8.8 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Sunrun report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
On a typical day, employees at Sunrun have 1 meeting
Meetings
A Day in the Life
92% of Sunrun employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Sunrun employees most often take unlimited paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
75% of Sunrun employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
Sunrun employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
90% of Sunrun employees call their work environment positive
Environment

Joining Sunrun - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Sunrun is that the company was prepared on their first day. Sunrun employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 94% 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.

Sunrun KPIs and OKRs

At Sunrun 78% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Sunrun's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1567 Sunrun employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1350 have said yes.

AnswerPercent
Yes86%
No14%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
AnswerPercent
Yes78%
No22%
Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Sunrun Salaries

How much does Sunrun pay?

How much do people at Sunrun get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Sunrun is $138,608, or $66 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $144,873, or $69 per hour.

At Sunrun, the highest paid job is an HR Manager at $120,000 annually and the lowest is an Operations Manager at $43,000 annually. Average Sunrun salaries by department include: Product at $89,250, Finance at $93,750, HR at $89,500, and Operations at $89,500. Half of Sunrun salaries are above $144,873.

1701 employees at Sunrun rank their Compensation in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 3640 ratings) while 1701 employees at Sunrun rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 3268 ratings).

Salaries contributed from Sunrun employees include job titles like Jr Developer, Jr Product Manager, Marketing Manager, and Business Analyst. Comparably data has a total of 10 salary records from Sunrun employees.

Last updated months ago.

1st Percentile
$90k
$90k1st Percentile
17th Percentile
$160k
$160k17th Percentile
33rd Percentile
$223k
$223k33rd Percentile
50th Percentile
$242k
$242k50th Percentile
67th Percentile
$270k
$270k67th Percentile
83rd Percentile
$303k
$303k83rd Percentile
100th Percentile
$306k
$306k100th Percentile
$138,608*
Average Compensation
$144,873*
Median Compensation

* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.

Sunrun Salaries by City

Sunrun Salaries by Department

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Diversity & Inclusion at Sunrun

Diverse employees at Sunrun score the company 78/100 across various culture categories, placing Sunrun in the Top 10% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Sunrun across various culture dimensions.

Sunrun is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all. We aim to attract, retain, and develop a diverse workforce of employees who reflect our customers and the communities we serve. At Sunrun, we believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. ,,Company sponsored, employee-led, and backed by senior leaders, our Inclusion Communities work in alignment and support of Sunrun’s Inclusion strategy. Sunrun Communities are strategically aligned to make Sunrun a more inclusive and accessible place to work and serve our customers.,,Sunrun currently has eight Inclusion Communities open to all employees of different groups and their allies. ,Veteran+ ,LGBTQ+ ,Latinx+ ,Women's+,Black+ ,Asian+ ,Disability+,Arab/MENA+

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women 90/100
Department - Business Development
Men 91/100
Department - Admin
Diverse Employees 90/100
Department - Business Development

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women 72/100
Department - Design
Men 60/100
Tenure - Less Than 1 Year
Diverse Employees 59/100
Tenure - Less Than 1 Year

Sunrun Perks & Benefits

Our competitive benefits program provides our employees with the opportunity to ensure the wellness of their families and create a positive working environment. The Sunrunner benefits package will depend on your position and location with the company.

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Office Perks

  • Free Food
  • Legal Assistance
  • Work From Home Policy

Sunrun PTO

Sunrun's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year with 88% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Paid Time Off is Sunrun's 2nd most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 31% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Sunrun's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.

AnswerPercent
Flex Time15%
Vacation Policy31%
Office Meals0%
401k Contribution54%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
AnswerPercent
Yes12%
No88%
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
AnswerPercent
$2500+/mo13%
$1500 - $2500/mo17%
$1000 -$1500/mo16%
$500 -$1000/mo29%
Less than $500/mo25%
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

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H1B Visa

In 2019, Sunrun applied for 19 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 89% were approved, 5% certified-withdrawn, and 5% withdrawn.

An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Sunrun unveil that one approved work permit application was withdrawn before the employee’s start date, and one was withdrawn by Sunrun after the employee’s start date.

Work Permit Application Outcome

Sunrun has a total of 11000 employees

19
Total Applied
  • 89% Granted (17 out of 19)
  • 0% Denied ( out of 19)
  • 5% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (1 out of 19)
  • 5% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (1 out of 19)

This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data

Let Sunrun Know You Want To Work There

Overview of Candidates Interested in Sunrun on Comparably

Candidates By Department

All Industries
45%
Engineering
13%
Operations
8%
Business Development
7%
Marketing
5%
Other
22%

Candidates By Location

San Francisco
68%
Los Angeles
3%
Houston
1%
Chesapeake
1%
Santa Clara
1%
Other
25%

Sunrun Internship Program

Acquiring a position in Sunrun's Internship Program is generally does not offer internships. Why intern at Sunrun? Employees are extremely happy at Sunrun and rate their office perks as good. It’s summer, interning should not be only a learning experience, but also an enjoyable one. Sunrun employees say they’re never bored at work. Additionally, 60% have developed close friendships with their co-workers.

How difficult is it to get an internship at Sunrun?

HR
Sales
Very Difficult17%
Somewhat Difficult17%
Not Difficult25%
Difficult16%
Does Not Offer Internships25%
Answered by 12 HR Interns
Very Difficult33%
Somewhat Difficult34%
Not Difficult0%
Difficult0%
Does Not Offer Internships33%
Answered by 3 Sales Interns

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Sunrun

What is Sunrun address?

Sunrun location is at 225 Bush St #1400

Who is the CEO of Sunrun?

Sunrun CEO is Mary Powell, their score by employees is 83

What are the salaries in Sunrun

The average salary for employees in Sunrun is 138608$

What is Sunrun eNPS?

The eNPS for Sunrun is 34

What is the salary for Business Analyst in Sunrun?

Business Analyst average salary in the US is 105k

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