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Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical focuses on the development of various products for the treatment of rare and ultra-rare diseases. read more
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Company Culture
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviewsA
4.5/5
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Meetings
A+Team
A+Leadership
AWork Culture
AUltragenyx Pharmaceutical CEO
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Emil Kakkis
86 /100
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Diversity at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C+
Diverse employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical have rated Team, CEO Rating, and Meetings as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C+
Women at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical have rated CEO Rating, Team, and Environment as the highest categories they have scored
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical 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 35%Top 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
18
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical employees are 18% more likely to recommend Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical as a great place to work
| 47% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 24% | Passives |
| 29% | Detractors |
Working at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Working at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is rated highly by 20 employees, across various culture dimensions. Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Meetings, and Team categories, putting Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical’s culture in the Top 10% 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 Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
A
Overall Company Culture at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is rated A
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10%
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical ranks in the Top 10% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterUltragenyx Pharmaceutical Employee Reviews
Out of 32 Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical employee reviews, 96% were positive. The remaining 4% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 96% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 4% |
Positive Reviews From Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?My hr contact was one of the best hr experiences i have ever had.
- What did you like most about the interview process?Transparency, respect, innovative and patient centricity
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Very result orianted and great to work and coordinate.
Constructive Feedback From Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Strike price is unbeliveably high and board is not willing to review it at all. A lot of employees have left due to this reason
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Company Information
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Company Overview
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical focuses on the development of various products for the treatment of rare and ultra-rare diseases.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Mission, Vision & Values
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Mission & Values
A bold mission with great benefits Ultragenyx employees bring their best to work every day, and we honor their dedication by providing a comprehensive benefits program that supports their health care, family, and financial needs. All regular full time employees are eligible for coverage starting with the first day of employment.
| Headquarter | 77 Digital Drive, Suite 210 Novato, CA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.ultragenyx.com |
| Founding Date | 2010 |
| Tel | 4154838800 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | RARE |
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Competitors
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical competitors include Illumina and Sarepta Therapeutics. Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical 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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Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Employees
20 employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical have reviewed Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical 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 20 Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical employees give their leadership a grade of A, or Top 10% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical are pleased with their total compensation at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical are extremely happy with their team. 20 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical believe the environment at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is extremely fast. About 70% of the employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in San Francisco about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. San Francisco employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 78% 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.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.
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Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical CEO & Leadership
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical CEO - Emil Kakkis
86 /100
Emil’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. Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical’s CEO is highly regarded especially by Caucasian employees, Male employees, and employees with 3 to 6 Years experience. However, employees with Over 10 Years experience and Female employees have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical’s competitors, Emil Kakkis ranks right above Illumina CEO Francis deSouza. Under Kakkis’s leadership, Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical employee respondents are most happy about their Meetings and the company’s Team. Gender and Diversity are two areas, according to respondents, where Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical could stand to see real improvement.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Leadership
The Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Executive Team is rated an “A-” and led by CEO Emil Kakkis, Chief Quality Operations Officer and Executive Vice President of Analytical Sciences & Research John Richard Pinion II, and Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President Jayson Donald Alexander Dallas M.D.
Emil Kakkis CEO / President
Emil Kakkis serves as the CEO / President of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical.
John Richard Pinion II Chief Quality Operations Officer and Executive Vice President of Analytical Sciences & Research
Mr. John Richard Pinion, II, has been the Chief Quality Operations Officer and Executive Vice President of Analytical... read more
Jayson Donald Alexander Dallas M.D. Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President
Dr. Jayson Donald Alexander Dallas, M.D., has been the Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President since... read more
Karah Herdman Parschauer Executive Vice President and General Counsel
Ms. Karah Herdman Parschauer has been Vice President and Secretary of Dimension Therapeutics, Inc. since November 07,... read more
Camille L. Bedrosian EVP & Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Camille L. Bedrosian, M.D., has been Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical... read more
Thomas R. Kassberg Chief Business Officer and Executive Vice President
Mr. Thomas R. Kassberg, also known as Tom, has been President of Dimension Therapeutics, Inc. since November 7, 2017.... read more
Dennis Karl Huang Chief Technical Operations Officer and Executive Vice President
Mr. Dennis Karl Huang has been the Chief Technical Operations Officer and Executive Vice President at Ultragenyx... read more
Doug Walker Senior Vice President, Information Technology
Doug Walker serves as the Senior Vice President, Information Technology of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.. Doug started... read more
Shalini Sharp CFO
Shalini Sharp serves as the CFO of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.. Shalini started at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. in... read more
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Salaries
How much does Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical pay?
How much do people at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is $131,537, or $63 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $134,982, or $64 per hour.
At Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $248,423 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $44,105 annually. Average Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical salaries by department include: HR at $139,832, Business Development at $116,036, Operations at $117,339, and Engineering at $154,424. Half of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical salaries are above $134,982.
12 employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical rank their Compensation in the Top 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 38 ratings) while 12 employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 13 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $72k | $72k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $104k | $104k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $135k | $135k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $180k | $180k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $222k | $222k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $268k | $268k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $291k | $291k | 100th Percentile |
$131,537*
Average Compensation
$134,982*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Diverse employees at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical score the company 70/100 across various culture categories, placing Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical in the Top 50% of companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical across various culture dimensions.
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Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical PTO
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical applied for 8 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
8
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (8 out of 8)
- 0% Denied ( out of 8)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 8)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 8)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical on Comparably
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
What is Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical address?
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical location is at 77 Digital Drive, Suite 210
Who is the CEO of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical?
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical CEO is Emil Kakkis, their score by employees is 86
What is Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical eNPS?
The eNPS for Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is 18
What is Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical revenue?
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical revenue is $3M
What is the salary for Director of Operations in Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical?
Director of Operations average salary in the US is 188k
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