Skip to content
Comparably

About Niantic

Niantic is the world’s leading augmented reality company with an initial focus on AR games. Originally formed at Google in 2011, we became an independent company with a strong group of investors including Nintendo, The Pokémon Company, and Alsop Louie Partners. Our current titles include pioneering global-control game Ingress, record-breaking AR game Pokémon GO, and recently released third title, Harry Potter: Wizards Unite.

Niantic's mission

Our mission is to use emerging AR technology to spark creative and engaging journeys in the real world. We build products that inspire outdoor exploration, exercise, and meaningful social interaction.

Niantic's vision

We see a future where our technology paves the way for new entertainment experiences, advanced robotics, and scaled adaptive computing — and games are where we incubate some of our most audacious thinking.

Core values

  • aligned
  • accountable
  • respectful
  • trustworthy

Awards & recognition

1 awards

Culture

88 reviews

Culture & Values

3.9

Leadership

3.8

Compensation

4.1

Perks & Benefits

3.9

Work-Life Balance

4.4

Career Growth

3.5

Company Outlook

4.0

Perks & benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Gym Membership

PTO/Vacation Policy

Paid Holidays

Maternity/Paternity Leave

401(k)

Performance Bonus

ESPP

Free Food

Company Outings

Unique Office Space

Frequently asked questions about Niantic

John Hanke is the CEO of Niantic.

The median salary at Niantic is $148,500.

Yes, Niantic offers perks and benefits such as Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Gym Membership, PTO/Vacation Policy, Paid Holidays, Maternity/Paternity Leave, 401(k), Performance Bonus, ESPP, Free Food, Company Outings, Unique Office Space, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Gym Membership, PTO/Vacation Policy, Paid Holidays, Maternity/Paternity Leave, 401(k), Performance Bonus, ESPP, Free Food, Company Outings, Unique Office Space.

Niantic is headquartered in US.

Niantic was founded in 2011.

Niantic has 1001-5000 employees.

Employees rate Niantic 3.8/5 based on 88 reviews.

43% of employees at Niantic would recommend working there.

The highest paying role at Niantic is Developer, with a median salary of $148,500.

Niantic's core values include aligned, accountable, respectful, trustworthy.