8th Light
8th Light is a global software consultancy founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago. With over 140 employees across locations including London, New York, Los Angeles, and Austin, the company operates as an employee-owned organization. This structure promotes a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and craftsmanship in software development. The company specializes in delivering custom software solutions, focusing on software design and development, technology-driven transformation, team enablement, and creating user-centric digital experiences. A notable offering is their apprenticeship program, which trains developers through hands-on mentorship, emphasizing quality and sustainable practices. 8th Light partners with diverse organizations seeking innovative software solutions, supporting enterprises in modernizing their systems and enhancing internal expertise.
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8th Light went from 414 employees in Jul 2023 to 395 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 6 people joined, 6 left.
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How many employees does 8th Light have?
8th Light has about 395 employees, up 0.3% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
What is 8th Light's revenue per employee?
8th Light makes about $73K in revenue per employee, based on $29M annual revenue and 395 employees.
How much does 8th Light pay?
6figr has 8 salary profiles for 8th Light in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the 8th Light salaries page. See 8th Light salaries
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