Friendly bunch, could use culture upgrade - Developer ControlUp Employee Review

3.0
Dec 12, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Great office space in a central location - Rishon LeZion accessible from both Merkaz and Jerusalem areas. Company is doing very well business wise, there is regular income from paying customers that love the product. Israel office manager Yoni, is a great guy, friendly and down to earth that has an open ear and listens to all the employees. Technical freedom to choose your tools and make an impact. Very friendly bunch overall with a close knit family vibe. Everyone loves having a great time, there is beer on tap, alcohol and shots at every occasion. Company is generous in creating a great vibe at the office, tons of snacks, fully stocked kitchen, food is delivered in every evening for those working late.

Cons

Lots of the tech stack, even web applications, are Windows based. Not generous with salaries or options. Office politics are frequent occurrences. Middle management can be just the most experienced developer on the team, not necessarily someone with leadership experience. CEO does not respect employees and can get hot h aded when things aren't going right, good thing he's in the California office Firing people is very erratic, can be personal and not professional.

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5.0
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Pros

Great managers, very helpful and caring environment. Fun culture

Cons

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2.0
Nov 5, 2024
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Pros

ControlUp has a strong product and some talented people working behind the scenes, but there are definite areas for improvement on the culture and leadership front. Strategy and leaders change on a whim. Skilled Colleagues: Many employees are knowledgeable, hardworking, and genuinely care about what they do, making collaboration enjoyable and productive.

Cons

Lack of Clear Leadership: The company’s leadership feels disconnected from the realities and needs of the teams, leading to confusion and frustration. Undefined Vision and Strategy: There’s a noticeable lack of a cohesive long-term strategy, making it difficult for employees to understand the bigger picture or how their work contributes to company goals. Constantly Shifting Priorities: Priorities change frequently without clear communication, creating a sense of instability and making it challenging for teams to stay focused and aligned. Limited Direction: Decision-making can feel reactive rather than proactive, with limited guidance provided to support teams in achieving consistent success. Low Transparency: Key decisions are often made without input or explanation, which impacts morale and trust within the company.

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