CAREER
MAJOR EMPLOYERS
Kirkland sits at the heart of one of the strongest job markets in the country. With major tech campuses, a premier medical center, and proximity to Fortune 500 headquarters in Bellevue, Redmond, and Seattle, residents enjoy short commutes and abundant career opportunities.
TECHNOLOGY
Google operates two campuses in Kirkland — a larger main campus near Houghton, which the Cross Kirkland Corridor trail runs directly through, and a second campus nearby. Together they make up one of Google's largest presences outside of Mountain View, employing thousands of engineers, product managers, and support staff.
Tableau (Salesforce)
A leading data visualization company now part of Salesforce, with a significant Kirkland presence focused on product development and engineering.
GoDaddy
The web hosting and domain registrar giant maintains a major office in Kirkland's Totem Lake area.
Meta (Facebook)
Meta operates a growing Eastside office near Kirkland, drawing talent from the surrounding communities.
HEALTHCARE
EvergreenHealth Medical Center
One of the largest employers in Kirkland, EvergreenHealth is a comprehensive medical center serving the Eastside with over 4,000 employees. It's consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Washington state.
Seattle Children's – Bellevue Clinic & Surgery Center
Located nearby, this world-renowned pediatric facility draws healthcare professionals to the Eastside.
CORPORATE & FINANCE
Kenworth Truck Company (PACCAR)
Headquartered in Kirkland, Kenworth is one of the world's largest manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
PACCAR
The Fortune 500 parent company of Kenworth and Peterbilt, headquartered in Bellevue with strong Kirkland ties.
Costco Wholesale
While headquartered in nearby Issaquah, Costco's Kirkland Signature brand is a nod to its Kirkland roots — and many employees call Kirkland home.
EDUCATION & PUBLIC SECTOR
Lake Washington School District
One of the largest school districts in Washington state, employing thousands of teachers, administrators, and support staff.
City of Kirkland
The city government employs hundreds of residents across public works, parks, planning, and public safety.
Northwest University
A private university located in Kirkland, offering undergraduate and graduate programs.
PROXIMITY TO MAJOR EMPLOYERS
Microsoft – Redmond
Just 10 minutes away, Microsoft's global headquarters is one of the largest employers in the region.
Amazon – Bellevue/Seattle
With a growing Bellevue campus and Seattle headquarters, Amazon is a short commute from Kirkland.
T-Mobile – Bellevue
The telecom giant's headquarters in Bellevue is easily accessible from Kirkland.
Boeing – Everett/Renton
The aerospace leader's production facilities are within commuting distance via I-405.