Olympus

Olympus Corporation is a Japanese multinational company founded in 1919, originally known for manufacturing microscopes and optical products. Headquartered in Hachioji, Tokyo, Olympus has evolved into a global leader in medical and surgical technologies, particularly in the endoscope market, where it holds approximately 70% market share. The company focuses exclusively on medical and surgical technologies, offering advanced endoscopes and related surgical devices that enhance minimally invasive procedures. Olympus also produces life science microscopes, including models like the SpinSR, which support medical and biological research. Additionally, it manufactures industrial and inspection microscopes, such as the DSX1000, which integrate optical and digital technologies for precision applications. With a commitment to innovation and originality, Olympus serves a diverse range of customers, including hospitals, clinics, universities, and industrial sectors, providing essential tools for diagnostics, research, and inspection.

Medical Devices Shinjuku City, Japan Founded 1919 ~5,327 employees JPX: 7733.T

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Employees
5,327
+1% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.3M
Revenue ~$6.7B
Stock
7733.T
JPX
12-month attrition
6.7%
Tech: 8.1%
H1B filings, FY2026
4
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Olympus went from 5,053 employees in Oct 2024 to 5,327 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 226 people joined, 131 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other1,763
Sales976
Operations840
Engineering771
Finance243
Success228
Marketing214
HR152

Salaries at Olympus

All salaries

23 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering10
HR2
IT1
Operations1
Marketing1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 4 filings.

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Olympus FAQ

How many employees does Olympus have?

Olympus has about 5,327 employees, up 1% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Olympus sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Olympus filed 4 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Olympus's revenue per employee?

Olympus makes about $1.26M in revenue per employee, based on $6.69B annual revenue and 5,327 employees.

How much does Olympus pay?

6figr has 23 salary profiles for Olympus in the US and 12 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Olympus salaries page. See Olympus salaries in the US

Is Olympus a public company?

Yes. Olympus is publicly traded under the ticker 7733.T on JPX.

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