Solid Company with Amazing People—Career Progression Can Be Hit or Miss
Pros
1. International Environment • Diverse teams from all over the world • English-speaking office, very inclusive culture 2. Competitive Benefits • Strong relocation package • Discounts on travel and accommodation • Generous holiday allowance • Pension and parental leave support 3. Work-Life Balance • Generally respectful of personal time • Hybrid/flexible working options (team dependent) 4. Learning & Development • Access to courses, workshops, and internal mobility • Encouragement of career growth and role changes across teams 5. Amsterdam HQ Perks • Central office with lunch, snacks, barista coffee • Wellness perks like yoga, bike scheme, and on-site health support 6. Tech + Product Culture • Data-driven decision-making • Opportunity to work on products used by millions globally • Good engineering and design infrastructure 7. Job Stability • Booking is a highly profitable company with a strong market position
Cons
1. Bureaucracy / Slower Decision-Making • Large-company processes can slow down innovation • Many layers of approvals in some teams 2. Limited Upward Mobility in Some Departments • Career growth can feel slow in non-technical roles • Promotions may take time or be unclear 3. Varying Team Cultures • Experience can differ dramatically between teams or managers • Some teams are more traditional or rigid 4. Recent Restructures • Layoffs and reorganizations in recent years have affected morale in pockets • Some teams still recovering from pandemic-era shifts