Great place to contribute to impactful work - Anonymous employee Dataminr Employee Review

5.0
Feb 11, 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

One of the most fulfilling aspects of working here is the impactful work we do. Almost every project feels like it has a purpose. Employees are encouraged to think beyond just their roles and contribute to something bigger, and generally people feel very bought in to the product. Cross-functional teamwork is encouraged, making everyone feel like they are part of a collective mission rather than working in silos. Leadership is open to new ideas and perspectives, ensuring that we stay ahead of the curve, and ideas are welcomed from all levels of the organization. The company values work-life balance. Leadership genuinely values well-being, offering remote and hybrid work options and a culture that prioritizes results over hours spent at a desk.

Cons

As the company has grown, decision making has become more complex. With more stakeholders involved, it can sometimes be challenging to move quickly and efficiently. The emphasis on collaboration (while a great strength!) can occasionally slow things down and create bottlenecks when fast execution is needed.

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Dataminr Response
1y
Thank you for sharing a positive review! We appreciate you sharing your thoughts to understand your experience at Dataminr. Our product is truly top-tier and we are proud to hear that you see its direct positive impact. Teamwork and employee benefits are essential to Team Dataminr, so thank you for your continued contributions!

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5.0
Jan 27, 2026
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Pros

Great company with a very dynamic offering on AI for cyber security and physical security

Cons

Highly competitive market that is continuously evolving with AI

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Dataminr Response
3mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you are excited about our dynamic AI offerings across cyber and physical security. While the market is indeed highly competitive and evolving rapidly with AI, we view this growth and movement as a driver for our innovation. We remain committed to staying at the forefront of the industry to ensure we continue providing mission-critical alerting for our global customers.
2.0
Jun 5, 2026
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Pros

Interesting product we have access to use.

Cons

The biggest challenge has been the lack of consistency in strategy and leadership turnover, which makes it difficult for teams to build momentum and execute. Constant shifts in priorities create confusion and are frustrating. No transparency. The company is struggling to keep pace with competitors in terms of product innovation. Many teams feel they are spending too much time reacting to changes rather than building forward momentum. Too many time wasting meetings where everyone is camera off.

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