Unresponsive, dishonest and uninterested management. - Anonymous employee AlertMedia Employee Review

1.0
Sep 6, 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Cool product, work/life balance, casual dress code and relaxed workspace. Could be a successful product if new management took it over.

Cons

Don't work for this company. They lead you in with the promise of growth and where they are headed. Once you join you notice most employees come to work hungover or stoned, management spends most of the time outside of the office and is unresponsive to employee needs and questions.

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AlertMedia Response
8y
We wish you had a better experience. However, accusations and defamation of other employees is not professional and we would suggest a different approach to providing constructive feedback.

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5.0
May 22, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Smart, humble, mission-driven teammates - A culture that values transparency and communicates often - Cares about employee growth and put a strong emphasis employee development and learning with lots of resources and programs to support - Meaningful work and a product that directly impacts the safety of customers and communities we live in - Growing and stable company - Leaders are approachable and care about their employees as people

Cons

- Pace is fast and not for everyone. - Like every growing company, priorities shift quickly and can be challenging to navigate at times. - Expectations are high

3.0
Mar 23, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Nice office, catered lunch on Tuesdays, good product

Cons

The culture has changed drastically as the company gets closer to a sale. There’s a noticeable disconnect between executives and employees as leadership operates in its own bubble and doesn’t seem concerned with paying people fairly. As you’ll see in other reviews, the salaries are laughably below market (especially for Austin) and that feedback is not new. Leadership is aware, but with a potential sale on the horizon, it feels like the priority is maximizing profit rather than investing in employees. Promotions without salary increases happen here, which is frustrating. A title change with more responsibility and no additional compensation isn’t actually a promotion. Growth in general is very slow and not a real priority. The Learning & Development team does what they can, but “growth” here mostly looks like leadership trainings and courses that don’t lead to new opportunities or better pay. It just ends up being more work with no tangible benefits. Micromanagement exists at nearly every level, and there’s a heavy focus on optics. Being in the office and “seen” by execs often seem to matter more than the actual quality or impact of your work. Some managers tend to focus on things that don’t really move the needle. The lack of diversity in the Austin office is noticeable, and some of the DEI efforts come across as performative. There have been situations where concerns, specifically from minority employees, don’t feel like they’re taken seriously, which adds to the disconnect. Overall, it’s a fine place to start your career, but not somewhere you’ll grow or be paid competitively.

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AlertMedia Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience—we appreciate the candid feedback. We’re glad to hear you valued aspects like the office environment and the product. At the same time, we take your concerns around culture, compensation, growth, and employee experience seriously. As we continue to evolve as a company, maintaining strong alignment between leadership and employees, offering meaningful growth opportunities, and ensuring competitive compensation are all areas we’re actively focused on. We also hear your feedback on management practices and inclusivity. Creating an environment where employees feel supported, recognized, and heard is critical, and we know there’s always more work to do. We appreciate you sharing your perspective, and wish you well in your future endeavors.
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