F5 Networks

Full medical, vision and dental coverage? Yes, and that's only the beginning of the great benefits enjoyed by the employees of F5, a Seattle provider of IT infrastructures. The range of options includes a 24-hour nurse line, urgent care house calls for after-hours matters that don't warrant a trip to the emergency room, a Weight Watchers at Work program, on-site massages and free health screenings. There is also tuition assistance for continuing education, travel assistance for family vacations, a stock purchase plan and a 401(k). Need to hear more? How about a free gym and fitness classes, $3,000 for a family vacation for ten years of service and an extra $100 per month for biking or bussing to work? "Wonderful benefits all round," one employee says. "From generous healthcare to day-to-day perks, you can't beat F5 as a good place to work."

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