First Solar

First Solar, Inc. is a prominent American solar technology company based in Tempe, Arizona. Founded in 1999, it specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules using cadmium telluride (CdTe) technology. This approach provides a competitive alternative to traditional crystalline silicon panels, offering high performance with a lower carbon footprint. The company serves a diverse range of customers, including utilities, commercial and industrial companies, and independent power producers across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. First Solar operates manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Malaysia, and Vietnam, supporting its global presence. The company is dedicated to advancing sustainable energy solutions and reducing its environmental impact through its innovative solar technology.

Information Technology & Services Tempe, United States Founded 1999 ~3,745 employees NASDAQ: FSLR

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Employees
3,745
+0.3% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.1M
Revenue ~$4.3B
Stock
FSLR
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
7.6%
Tech: 8.3%
H1B filings, FY2026
35
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
136
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

First Solar went from 3,630 employees in Oct 2024 to 3,745 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 135 people joined, 111 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Engineering1,335
Operations1,073
Other941
Finance180
HR78
Sales75
Success32
Marketing16

Salaries at First Solar

All salaries

16 salary profiles in India

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · US salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering106
Consulting6
Finance5
Executive4
IT2

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 35 filings.

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First Solar FAQ

How many employees does First Solar have?

First Solar has about 3,745 employees, up 0.3% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does First Solar sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. First Solar filed 35 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is First Solar's revenue per employee?

First Solar makes about $1.14M in revenue per employee, based on $4.26B annual revenue and 3,745 employees.

How much does First Solar pay?

6figr has 16 salary profiles for First Solar in India and 11 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the First Solar salaries page. See First Solar salaries in India

Is First Solar a public company?

Yes. First Solar is publicly traded under the ticker FSLR on NASDAQ.

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