Absolutely wonderful place to work! - Software Engineer Color Employee Review

5.0
Oct 16, 2019
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Pros

- The best thing about color is the people - the people are kind, smart, and a delight to work with. - Working at a mission-driven company, on a product that helps people live healthier lives and is trying to tackle big challenges in the healthcare space - There are huge opportunities to have a big impact as a software engineer. Engineers have a ton of freedom, and it doesn't feel like work is handed down from the top. Individuals are empowered to propose, and take ownership, and lead projects. - A super exciting time in population genomics

Cons

While I think the freedom and opportunity for impact is exciting, it can be challenging for individuals that want more structure and clear job duties.

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5.0
Jul 18, 2025
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Pros

I really enjoyed my time overall. staff was awesome, mission was exciting, and personal/professional growth was encouraged and fostered.

Cons

I was very sadly laid off with many others.

2.0
May 19, 2025
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Pros

• Passionate, mission-driven team • Remote work offers some flexibility • Company’s focus on expanding access to population health and cancer screening is meaningful in theory

Cons

• While the company promotes “physician-led care” externally, clinical teams are often left out of decisions that directly affect care delivery and typically learn about changes only after they’ve been implemented. • Physicians are engaged as independent contractors with limited influence on workflows, infrastructure, or care protocols, even though they are on the front lines of patient care. •The operational culture sometimes prioritizes volume/throughput over thoughtful preparation or clinical nuance. • Feedback channels exist, but follow-through is inconsistent. Concerns raised may be minimized or framed as resistance rather than opportunities for improvement. • Scheduling and operational decisions can change with little warning or input, impacting stability and morale. • Overall, there’s a gap between the clinical expertise within the organization and how much it is integrated into ongoing decisions, workflows, and strategic direction.

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