AMBOSS, despite having some notable strengths, also faces significant challenges that need to be addressed - Staff Software Engineer AMBOSS Employee Review

3.0
Jan 5, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

On the positive side, the company's purpose is meaningful, it provides daycare and chefs in its Berlin location, and the colleagues are great to work with. Furthermore, it is large enough to deal with problems usually encountered by big companies.

Cons

However, it's not all rosy. There are several issues that need attention. The leadership has been criticized for being naive. Nepotism is a problem, with concerns about favoritism and unfair treatment. There are also complaints about shadow hierarchies and title inflation, both of which can lead to confusion and inefficiencies. Worryingly, despite being a tech company, there appears to be an inadequate focus on the tech function. This is a significant issue that needs addressing if the company wants to remain competitive in the future.

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AMBOSS Response
2y
Dear AMBOSSian, Thank you for this very honest and nuanced feedback, we appreciate it. We'd like to comment on some of the things you mentioned because partly – and very unfortunately – you are spot on. It's true that we do have people in the wrong positions and then have almost a "shadow hierarchy" behind it and other people are calling the shots. We are constantly working on promoting the right people and building a stable organisation. But we all carry organisational debt and as much as we want this to be gone in a second, sometimes these things are not easy to change fast. Regarding nepotism, we would, however, disagree: What is true is that we love when people come by referral! We have a strong culture, and we have amazing talent in our company, so if a high performer vouches for someone else they bring in, then the probability that they are a rockstar as well is higher. However, we strongly contradict the word "nepotism" in the narrower sense. If people don't perform, they are not preferred over other other people only because it's friends and family. When it comes to the focus on tech, It's also true! But hey, help us change it! Work with us and make us a "tech company" to use your words! And for everyone else who reads this: COME AND WORK WITH US! We have a fantastic mission and are looking for talented tech people who help us bring patient care to the next level. AMBOSS People Team

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Pros

PTO, culture, travel, and people

Cons

Salary is lower than other companies.

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AMBOSS Response
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Dear AMBOSSian, Thank you for leaving your feedback. We’re glad that you are having a really positive experience with the team and company culture. Salary bands and benefits are reviewed annually by our HR Business Partners to try and provide a fair benchmarked compensation for all AMBOSSians. Please reach out to your manager and the HR Business Partner responsible for your department if you wish to discuss this further. We look forward to working with you to achieve great things in 2023! - The AMBOSS People Team
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Pros

Fun workplace. Travel to different office locations. Fun colleagues. Solid PTO. Office parties, and lots of food and booze!

Cons

Pay! Seriously way underpaid. Also, no bonuses, or equity. Didn’t check your email over the weekend to respond to a client? Slap on the wrist. (Want me to check my emails on a weekend? Pay me more.) No possibility to move up in most roles, unless you’re in engineering or product development. This place is a revolving door. People quit or get fired all the time. I’ve stopped learning new employee’s names. Management here is as diverse as my taste in wines. White and cold.

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AMBOSS Response
1y
Dear AMBOSSian, Thank you for your feedback – we’re sorry to hear you’re feeling dissatisfied with some aspects of your experience. Your input is important to us, and we encourage you to share more directly with your People Business Partner or through our Open Talk channel, where you can raise concerns in a supportive space. Regarding compensation, we aim to stay competitive with local markets while offering flexible benefits tailored to individual needs. Our People team regularly reviews benchmarks to ensure we stay current and fair. Work-life balance is a priority at AMBOSS, and if this hasn’t been your experience, we encourage you to connect with the People team for support. We also offer growth opportunities for all team members, and many AMBOSSIans have advanced their careers with us. We take diversity and inclusion seriously, with women in key leadership roles and a commitment to improving representation across the board. We’d love to hear more from you! AMBOSS People Team
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