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Ginkgo BioWorks

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overall good place to work - Test Engineer Ginkgo BioWorks Employee Review

4.0
Jun 21, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

great people, interesting work, exciting growth opportunities, unlimited PTO, generous equity grants

Cons

no cash bonuses, salary could be higher, and pay scales could be more transparent. work-life balance could be better, but there's been progress.

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5.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

a hands-off management style and a flexible work environment that promotes autonomy and trust

Cons

Occasional overtime may be required, but that is common in most workplaces

2.0
Jun 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Exciting, diverse projects. Excellent coworkers.

Cons

The company has been downsizing since I was hired, and everyone is perpetually terrified of losing their jobs.

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