Enter at your own risk, worst start up to work for - Validation Engineer Via Motors Employee Review

1.0
Feb 16, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Pros turn out to be Cons after you join. End of career if you take up an offer. Good pay on the paper but lot of deductions apart from taxes.

Cons

No 401K employer contribution, no PTO approval, no work life balance, no Stocks for engineers compared to other startups. No actual product even after being around since 2014. Mergers kills, No in-flow cash, always a fear of layoff and company going bankrupt. Management receives fat paycheck and benefits than engineers. Cant pursue other careers around in a similar industry unless you sue them for their non compete agreement.

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5.0
Feb 21, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

As a start-up I get to be part of so much more than I ever could be in a more established organization. The team is quick moving and able to pivot on a dime also open to new ways of doing things.

Cons

Identical to the Pros - some people prefer a swim lane and a great deal of precedent to work from. Comfort with an entrepreneurial atmosphere is not where everyone can be their best. If the Pros actually sound like Cons to you - this is not a good fit!

4.0
Jun 6, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great place to work, great people

Cons

Company couldn't fulfill all hopes and dreams

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