Nikon, a multinational leader in imaging and precision optics, employs approximately 236 people in the dataset examined. Recent staffing activity shows six confirmed hires and ten recorded departures, suggesting a workforce that is largely stable with a modest net reduction. This headcount supports Nikon’s ongoing efforts in developing cameras, microscopes, measuring instruments, and related technologies for customers worldwide.
Sales and Support is Nikon’s largest functional group with 105 employees—nearly half of the reported workforce—underscoring the importance of customer engagement and after-sales service in the optical industry. Engineering follows at 43 employees, reflecting the company’s R&D focus on optics, imaging sensors, and precision mechanics. Business Management (35 employees) and Marketing & Product (18 employees) provide commercial and product-go-to-market support, while Operations (9), Finance & Administration (7), Information Technology (5), Quality (3), Human Resources (3), and an "Other" category (8) round out the organizational structure. Across all functions, only six hires and ten exits were logged, pointing to a generally consistent staffing pattern.
Employee distribution is geographically diverse. The single largest grouping (151 employees) appears under an "Other" designation, indicating a broad spread of smaller offices, field roles, or remote staff. Among named locations, New York hosts the highest concentration with 47 employees, followed by Boston (8), Houston (7), Chicago (6), Seattle (3), Phoenix (3), Dallas–Fort Worth (2), San Francisco (5), and a dedicated contingent in Japan (4). The mix of U.S. hubs and a presence in Nikon’s home market illustrates a blend of regional sales, service, and technical teams positioned close to key customers and manufacturing resources.