While it's true that the tech industry is known for showering its employees with high pay and perks, that doesn't mean that tech employees are automatically happy with their jobs. Some tech companies do a better job in the employee satisfaction department than others. For those who are thinking of brushing off their resumes to try something new in 2016, job-hunting site Glassdoor has the inside skinny on which tech companies are making their employees happiest. And the results are surprising. Whereas Google and Facebook have won these sort of best-places to work roundups for eons, for 2016 there's a new champ in town. Facebook About the company: Facebook is the world's largest social network. Employee speak: “The culture is really amazing and in my opinion even better than the media portrays it. The perks are wonderful, but the professional experience is even better! I feel the energy everyday working here.” – Facebook product specialist (Menlo Park, CA)

Airbnb

About the company: Airbnb is the travel company phenom that helped invent a new market, matching those with spare rooms/condos/homes to rent with travelers wanting to rent them.

Employee speak: “The people that work here are some of the best I've met in my professional career. The culture is good. The founders are great people and I believe they have the best intentions for the company, the employees, and our community. There is a lot of opportunity to learn from different teams and possibly switch roles as departments grow and new team form.” – Airbnb employee (location n/a)

Guidewire

About the company: Guidewire makes software for the insurance industry.

Employee speak: “Guidewire hits the sweet spot between ‘startup culture’ and ‘big corporate culture.’ There is the small company vibe, wherein you can talk to everyone and get things done. And there is enough room for flexibility in processes for individuals and teams to choose what works best for them, while having the support of the larger organization.” –Guidewire employee (Foster City, CA)