No Transparency and Worst People's Team - Software Developer StudySmarter Employee Review

1.0
Sep 4, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

- Exceptional project manager. - Supportive team colleagues. - A product with substantial potential.

Cons

- The company struggles with transparency and trust issues, making it difficult for employees to fully understand the company's direction and decisions. - Queries directed towards the HR or people teams often go unanswered, leaving employees feeling unsupported in critical matters. - Some employees have experienced excessive micro-management from senior or lead developers, hindering autonomy and creativity. - The company has undergone several rounds of layoffs, and in my case, my contract was terminated for reasons unrelated to my performance, creating an atmosphere of job insecurity. - Financial challenges have raised concerns about the company's long-term viability, affecting employee morale. - A notable absence of structured career growth plans has made it difficult for employees to see a clear path for advancement within the organization. - Consistently delayed salary payments have caused financial stress for many employees, affecting morale and well-being. - The recent hiring of VPs has left some employees questioning the value they bring to the organization, raising doubts about the allocation of resources.

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4.0
Jan 23, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

The team I worked with was consistent and reliable. My supervisor was especially supportive.

Cons

It's an edtech startup, so everything changes quickly. New rules for writing and citations, SEO team updates, etc.

3.0
Sep 25, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

They were growing at the time

Cons

Only got paid once a month

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