Pfizer

Pfizer Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company founded in 1849 in Brooklyn, New York. Originally a chemical manufacturer, Pfizer has evolved into one of the largest producers of prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products. The company gained early success by producing chemical compounds and played a significant role during the American Civil War by supplying essential medical supplies. Pfizer pioneered large-scale penicillin production during World War II and shifted focus to research-based pharmaceuticals in the post-war era. Today, Pfizer develops and manufactures a wide range of human medicines, including antibiotics, antifungals, and anti-inflammatories, as well as modern vaccines. The company also offers animal health solutions, including vaccines and medications for pets and livestock. Pfizer is committed to innovation through extensive research and development, aiming to deliver impactful medicines and vaccines to billions of patients worldwide. With a rich history and a strong global presence, Pfizer continues to make significant contributions to healthcare across various sectors.

Pharmaceuticals New York, United States Founded 1849 ~51,719 employees NYSE: PFE

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Employees
51,719
+0.3% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.2M
Revenue ~$63.6B
Stock
PFE
NYSE
12-month attrition
7.4%
Tech: 10.6%
H1B filings, FY2026
30
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
1,504
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Pfizer went from 51,904 employees in Oct 2024 to 51,719 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 1,414 people joined, 881 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other30,494
Operations6,703
Engineering4,747
Sales4,441
Marketing2,199
Finance1,453
HR694
Success648

Salaries at Pfizer

All salaries

67 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
Engineering154
Operations27
Consulting5
Executive1
Design1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 30 filings.

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Pfizer FAQ

How many employees does Pfizer have?

Pfizer has about 51,719 employees, up 0.3% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Pfizer sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Pfizer filed 30 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Pfizer's revenue per employee?

Pfizer makes about $1.23M in revenue per employee, based on $63.63B annual revenue and 51,719 employees.

How much does Pfizer pay?

6figr has 194 salary profiles for Pfizer in India and 67 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Pfizer salaries page. See Pfizer salaries in India

Is Pfizer a public company?

Yes. Pfizer is publicly traded under the ticker PFE on NYSE.

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