New Relic Benefits Overview

Offers 401(K)

Employees can contribute to a 401(k) plan to support their long-term retirement savings goals.

Offers disability insurance

Both short-term and long-term disability coverage are provided to support income protection during medical leaves.

Offers charitable contribution matching

Employees globally can double their impact through corporate matching programs for personal charitable donations and volunteer rewards.

Provides free access to financial advisors

Offers supplemental life insurance

Provides 401(K) matching

The company provides a matching contribution on eligible 401(k) employee contributions.

Offers life insurance

Provides hardship benefits

Provides free access to retirement planning tools

Offers accidental death & dismemberment insurance

Provides adoption assistance

Provides family medical leave

Provides fertility benefits

Offers eldercare benefits and resources

Offers childcare benefits

Offers generous parental leave

Provides an onsite Mother's Room

Offers dental insurance

Offers health insurance

Offers vision insurance

Offers transgender health care benefits

Offers immediate health care coverage on employee start date

Offers Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Offers pet insurance

Offers mental health benefits

Offers Health Savings Account (HSA)

Offers dependent care

Offers performance bonuses

Performance-based annual bonuses reward individual contributions and collective company results.

Provides pay transparency

Pay equity and transparency is an important part of New Relic’s commitment to creating and sustaining an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace.

Defined commission tiers and policy for applicable employees

Geographic pay differences are clearly defined and explained

Designated President's Club

An annual President’s Club program recognizes and celebrates top-performing sales and go-to-market team members.

Offers competitive compensation and rewards package

Compensation is regularly benchmarked to offer competitive base salaries, bonuses, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Promotion-related pay increases clearly defined

Offers employee discounts

Provides commuter benefits

Employees receive region-appropriate travel allowances, local transit subsidies, or pre-tax commuting options where available.

Provides free snacks and drinks

Offices feature fully stocked kitchens with snacks and beverages, alongside periodically catered meals for team events and celebrations.

Employees provided with well-designed, comfortable workspace

Provides onsite office parking

Some meals provided

Offices feature fully stocked kitchens with snacks and beverages, alongside periodically catered meals for team events and celebrations.

Office has designated quiet areas and collaboration zones

Office layouts balance open collaboration hubs for team brainstorming with quiet zones and phone booths for focused work.

Has a dedicated diversity and inclusion staff

Our Inclusion & Belonging team builds global programs and initiatives that support a diverse and equitable workplace.

Offers diversity-based Employee Resource Groups

Through ERGs like Access, Rainbow Relics, Relics of Color, Veterans at New Relic, and Women at New Relic, we build community, foster belonging, and support professional growth across the company.

Has a documented equal pay policy

Documented pay equity policies and regular compensation audits ensure fair, equal pay for equal work globally.

Utilizes a flexible work schedule

Built on trust and autonomy, Relics structure their workday for peak productivity without micromanagement. We focus on outcomes and impact, trusting you to manage your schedule and deliver results.

Utilizes restricted work hours

Driven by our shared ways of working, teams set clear availability guidelines to collaborate mindfully across time zones while protecting your work-life balance.

In-office days / expectations are defined

For roles or regions with in-office requirements, expectations and schedules are defined for employees.

Established expectations for communication between time zones

Guided by our Ways of Working, we set clear cross-time-zone communication expectations to ensure global collaboration while respecting everyone's working hours.

Provides work from home flexibility

Offers a remote work program

We offer fully remote roles across many regions, equipping you with everything needed to succeed from anywhere. Remote team members are fully integrated into our culture, projects, and growth.

Defined working hours and availability expectations

Anchored in our Ways of Working, teams establish clear core availability to collaborate mindfully across schedules.

Async-friendly policies, culture that encourage work flexibility

Grounded in an async-first mindset, we prioritize asynchronous communication to support our global workforce, establishing productive collaboration across time zones.

Documented overtime policy

Utilizes an open door policy that encourages accessibility

Leaders and executives are directly accessible via Slack and occasional open office hours, encouraging approachable, open communication across all levels.

Implements team-based strategic planning

Teams map out quarterly goals collaboratively, aligning individual projects directly with overall department roadmap objectives.

Documented operating principles

Our core values—The Relic Way—guide how we make decisions, while our Ways of Working clearly define how we collaborate and operate globally.

Promotes a people-first, social culture

We prioritize employee well-being, community connection, and active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to foster an inclusive, supportive workplace.

Prioritizes mission-driven work in decision-making processes

Strategic decisions directly support our mission to help customers deploy with confidence and run with intelligence.

Policies promote a low-ego, team-driven culture

We operate as One Team, leveraging diverse perspectives to solve complex problems and achieve shared success.

Leadership encourages open, transparent debate

Guided by a Challenger Mindset, teams have continuous avenues for feedback to challenge assumptions through respectful dialogue and drive better outcomes together.

Engineering team utilizes pair programming

Engineering teams leverage pair programming, code reviews, and shared technical sessions to solve complex problems and upskill together.

Uses an OKR operational model to clearly define goals and priorities

We use Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to maintain clear strategic alignment, tracking measurable outcomes across all teams.

Defined values and mission statements

Our core values—The Relic Way—and mission to help companies deploy with confidence and run with intelligence anchor our culture, strategy, and daily work.

Defined policies promoting a professional, respectful workplace

Documented guidelines and zero-tolerance policies maintain a safe, inclusive, and professional environment for all Relics.

Prioritizes real-world impact of work in decision-making processes

Being Results Driven and Customer Forever guides our choices, prioritizing work that delivers measurable real-world value.

Leadership is transparent and communicative

Executive leadership shares company updates, strategy shifts, and performance metrics openly through regular all-hands and Q&As.

Documented policies and procedures to protect employee privacy and data

Quarterly engagement surveys to gauge employee satisfaction

We use employee surveys to capture continuous feedback on the workplace experience, ensuring team sentiment directly informs our workplace strategy.

Managers offer consistent feedback loops

Managers maintain steady 1:1 check-ins and performance conversations, ensuring you always have clear goals, growth guidance, and real-time feedback.

Provides resources to build team camaraderie

We invest in team budgets, ERG events, and virtual or in-person gatherings to build strong relationships, collaboration, and camaraderie across distributed teams.

Encourages autonomy and ownership from employees

Built on trust rather than micromanagement, Relics have full ownership of their work to solve complex problems, drive technical excellence, and deliver real outcomes.

Employee feedback used to shape policies and strategy

Employee feedback isn’t just collected—it’s acted upon. Survey responses and team input directly shape our strategic priorities and workplace planning.

Established employee awards to honor work and contributions

Company or teams have recognition rituals for individual work

Teams use Slack, meetings, and Relicnitions to consistently highlight and celebrate individual contributions.

Provides modern technology across teams

Relics are equipped with modern technology, equipment, and AI-forward tools to help you do your best work friction-free.

Managers give public shoutouts and celebrate employee milestones

Leaders actively celebrate team wins, work anniversaries, and personal achievements through public shoutouts in team syncs, Slack, and company all-hands.

Offers company-sponsored outings

Teams connect through regular social events and celebrations—offering both in-person gatherings at local hubs and virtual opportunities for remote employees.

Offers fitness stipend

Through our NRgize program, employees receive a flexible, recurring paycheck allowance to spend freely on physical health, home office comfort, mental wellness, or personal lifestyle needs.

Partners with nonprofits

Philanthropic partnerships and matching gift programs connect the company and employees with impactful nonprofit organizations.

Offers Employee Resource Groups

We support employee-led ERGs (Access, Rainbow Relics, Relics of Color, Veterans, and Women at New Relic) that drive community, inclusion, and career development across diverse groups.

Works with employees to create a sustainable work pace

Provides employees with ability to schedule focus-time blocks

Employees are encouraged to block dedicated focus time on calendars and participate in meeting-light or focus periods.

Flexibility provided during personal challenges

Provides opportunities to volunteer in the local community

Through volunteer time off, our annual Global Day of Service, and dedicated giving funds, we support and empower employees to give back locally and globally.

Offers company-sponsored happy hours

Periodic social gatherings, happy hours, and virtual events give teams informal space to connect and build relationships.

Offers wellness programs

We support holistic wellbeing through flexible wellness stipends (NRgize), mental health resources, and digital wellness tools.

Has employee-led culture committees

Offers wellness initiatives designed to combat burnout and mental fatigue

Targeted quarterly global recharge days, mental health resources, and workload management initiatives help sustain employee well-being.

Managers trained on identifying and mitigating employee burnout

Offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Offers generous PTO

PTO plans are generous globally and tailored by region, featuring a Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy for US salaried employees.

Provides paid holidays

Paid time off is provided for standard national and regional public holidays across global office and remote locations.

Provides wellness days

Designated company-wide recharge days give employees collective time off to reset and recharge.

Provides bereavement leave

Paid bereavement leave provides time away to grieve and manage affairs following the loss of a family member.

Provides military leave

Provides sick leave

Offers paid volunteer time

Employees receive two dedicated days (16 hours) of paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) each calendar year to give back to causes they care about.

Provides paid sick days

Dedicated paid sick leave supports employees during personal illness, medical appointments, or caring for sick family members.

Offers a flexible time off policy

Utilizes company-wide vacation

Designated company-wide recharge days give employees collective time off to reset and recharge.

Offers unpaid extended leave

Provides customized development tracks

Our tailored Individual Contributor and Management tracks empower you to grow along the path that best aligns with your strengths.

Documented internal promotion policy

We maintain clear, transparent guidelines that outline eligibility, evaluation metrics, and the exact steps needed to move to your next level.

Documented path to leadership development

We provide dedicated mentorship, executive sponsorship, and management coaching programs to give you a clear roadmap into leadership positions.

Prioritizes promotion advancement based on long-term contribution

We reward sustained high performance, ownership, and long-term value creation across our teams.

Posts new positions internally and encourages employees to apply

New positions are actively promoted across an internal job board available to all employees, giving the team continuous opportunities to discover and apply for their next career move.

Promote from within

Growing internal talent is a core priority, and our team members are actively supported to take on bigger challenges and higher-level roles.

Documented career progression frameworks

We use structured Career Tracks with transparent job levels, expectations, and competencies so you always know where you stand and how to advance.

Prioritizes promotion advancement based on impact

Advancement is driven by measurable execution and direct contributions toward key business goals, ensuring high impact—not just tenure—powers growth.

Regularly scheduled promotion review cycles for employees

We hold structured, predictable performance and promotion review cycles so you have recurring opportunities to discuss and celebrate your career growth.

Encourages lateral mobility to expand skills and impact

Cross-functional moves and track switches are fully supported, giving employees the freedom to broaden their skills and continuously grow their careers at New Relic.

Job training & conferences

Employees are provided learning and development dollars to participate in job training, attend industry conferences, and pursue skill-building opportunities.

Hosts Lunch and Learns

Team members regularly gather at our office hubs for informal knowledge-sharing sessions and tech talks to connect, learn about new tools, and stay ahead of industry.

Provides structured onboarding for new employees

New hires complete a tailored onboarding program designed to set clear expectations, provide key team resources, and support long-term success from day one.

Supports employee-driven initiatives, not just top-down priorities

We empower team members with the autonomy to champion new ideas, take ownership of bottom-up projects, and lead employee-led groups that shape our workplace culture.

Defines roles and sets expectations for success

Transparent job levels and defined success criteria provide clear guidance on daily expectations while mapping out transparent pathways for advancement.

Provides formal manager training and leadership development

Dedicated leadership development initiatives provide managers with ongoing training, executive sponsorship, and practical tools to lead with confidence and empathy.

Provides online course subscriptions

On-demand online learning platform subscriptions are made available to employees to help them build technical skills and support ongoing professional growth.

Provides personal development training

Employees have access to an online course database featuring a wide variety of personal development resources to support continuous self-improvement and professional growth.

Provides opportunities to take on expanding responsibilities

Team members sometimes have opportunities to take on stretch assignments, allowing them to expand their skill sets, tackle new challenges, and grow into broader roles.

Encourages knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration

Driven by our core value of One Team, we encourage open knowledge sharing, cross-functional projects, and seamless collaboration across departments so everyone wins together.

Provides training support and resources for AI adoption

AI adoption support is customized for different roles and departments, equipping team members with targeted learning resources to integrate AI into their everyday workflows.

Managers hold regular development check-ins

In addition to routine 1:1 check-ins, managers conduct required quarterly connect reviews to align on business objectives and track progress toward your personal career goals.