A Potentially Great Company, Held Back by Siloed Departments - Support Engineer AHEAD Employee Review

3.0
Feb 1, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Within a given department you can get a lot done, but the other departments might as well be on the Moon for all you'll typically interact with them. Makes you feel a bit lonely and not really a part of a greater team. The CEO seems to actually care about as much as any Chief Officer at a multi-billion dollar company can, and may very well be on your first day's orientation training.

Cons

The company culture is at times really pushed to an off-putting degree. If you were ever in a cult and kind of miss the forced compliance, it'll feel like home.

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5.0
Jul 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing place to work. Great work life balance and support.

Cons

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Going from a toxic employer to AHEAD has been the best change for my happiness. Everyone at AHEAD is motivated, positive, and willing to help each other. I no longer dread logging into work, and even enjoy the days where I have to work a bit longer or go the extra mile, because I know it will be appreciated and I can take the time I need in return. Having unlimited PTO you don't get shamed for using is amazing. I've been supported in my efforts and have a lot of autonomy without micromanagement, which is a great feeling. Upper management really trusts you and trusts in the hire.

Cons

While being in a high-growth company is exciting, it can also be exhausting. Sometimes you need the "rocket ship" to take a beat, but there is no real lull. More company-wide time off would be helpful so that you can get a break where you don't come back to 50+ emails per day. The only other downside is that due to the fabulous employee retention, people stay in their roles for a looong long time. There are not a lot of opportunities for upward mobility as a result, from what I have seen thus far.

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