Real world problems, interesting tech stack, creative leadership - Anonymous employee Rakuten Employee Review

4.0
Apr 16, 2013
Anonymous employee
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Pros

- actual consumer driven solutions - fast-paced environment - cutting edge tech stack - disciplined coding standards - supportive management

Cons

- start-up environment (not a con for me but for most who fail) - high standards - aggressive deadlines

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5.0
Mar 25, 2026
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Pros

Rakuten Rewards has great life balance. Too bad the economy was getting rocked.

Cons

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4.0
Jun 22, 2026
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Pros

Flexible Hours, Benefits, Pay, lunch provided 3 days per week,

Cons

There were no cons while I was there

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