Optimum

9,000 Total Employees
Year Founded: 1973

Optimum Inclusion & Diversity

What People Are Saying About Optimum

  • Compensation: Pay is considered competitive in sales roles with commission potential and attractive on‑target earnings. Variable pay structures in customer‑facing positions can materially boost income when goals are met.
  • Benefits & Perks: Benefits include solid healthcare coverage, a 401(k) program, and discounted Optimum services. Perks typical of a large operator are available across the footprint.
  • Learning & Development: Hands‑on exposure to large HFC/FTTH networks and an active fiber build provides strong technical learning and resume value. Field and network teams work on builds, turn‑ups, and plant maintenance at scale.

Optimum's Benefits

Has a dedicated diversity and inclusion staff

Has a diversity manifesto

Has a diversity recruitment program

Has a documented equal pay policy

Has a highly diverse management team

Consistent and repeat winner of DEI and HRC awards, Leadership awards from NAMIC, WICT, and CableFax, New hire training includes equity, inclusion, and workplace culture.

Hiring practices promote diversity

Mandated unconscious bias training

Offers diversity-based Employee Resource Groups