Bayer

Bayer AG is a German multinational company that operates in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and life sciences sectors. Founded in 1863, Bayer has its headquarters in Leverkusen and has a rich history that includes the invention of aspirin and significant contributions to pharmaceuticals and agricultural chemicals. The company initially started as a dyestuffs producer and has since expanded its portfolio to include a wide range of products. Bayer's offerings encompass pharmaceuticals, consumer health products, crop science, and chemicals. Notable pharmaceutical products include aspirin and sulfa drugs, while its consumer health division features over-the-counter medications. In agriculture, Bayer is recognized for its herbicides and insecticides, including those developed through its acquisition of Monsanto. The company emphasizes innovation across its various sectors, contributing to advancements in healthcare and agriculture.

Chemicals Leverkusen, Germany Founded 1863 ~45,012 employees SIX: BAYN.SW

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Employees
45,012
+0.8% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.2M
Revenue ~$53.4B
Stock
BAYN.SW
SIX
12-month attrition
7.8%
Tech: 9.1%
H1B filings, FY2026
127
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Bayer went from 43,084 employees in Oct 2024 to 45,012 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 1,492 people joined, 789 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other21,423
Operations6,835
Sales6,312
Engineering4,094
Marketing2,257
Finance1,930
HR749
Success720

Salaries at Bayer

All salaries

153 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering370
Operations34
IT27
Consulting8
Executive5

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 127 filings.

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Bayer FAQ

How many employees does Bayer have?

Bayer has about 45,012 employees, up 0.8% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Bayer sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Bayer filed 127 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Bayer's revenue per employee?

Bayer makes about $1.19M in revenue per employee, based on $53.42B annual revenue and 45,012 employees.

How much does Bayer pay?

6figr has 190 salary profiles for Bayer in India and 153 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Bayer salaries page. See Bayer salaries in India

Is Bayer a public company?

Yes. Bayer is publicly traded under the ticker BAYN.SW on SIX.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.