Annual bonuses, especially for engineers, are far behind par compared to other tech companies in the area.
Work from home policy is inconsistent. It is regularly looked down upon, yet are a handful for whom exceptions are always made for.
Work is disorganized and chaotic. The company overall does not supply project management so each business unit is expected to fend for themselves in terms of tracking if things get done.
There's a monoculture. If you have the right personality type, the company will seem like a utopia. For the rest, you will find it difficult to get things done or communicate important information.
No VP or Director of Technology. Engineers don't have any representation in senior management. There is a Chief Software Engineer role but it is unclear what that person does.
Teamwork not emphasized. Company celebrates individual accomplishments over group achievements (the exception to this being public outreach or volunteer programs). Internally, your promotion, career track or publications are more important than company health and vitality.
Managers at all levels appear to be inexperienced. Employees are distrustful that they can be relied upon to adequately solve problems that go beyond day to day concerns.
Leaders of the company do not speak in one voice. Policies get interpreted differently based on who you talk to.
Lack of cohesive vision for the company.
Very academic feeling. There are times where it will feel like you are back in college rather than at a professional workplace.
