Interesting work, at a company that tries hard to brand itself as a tech company. It's not. - Agile Coach Happen Bank Employee Review

1.0
Oct 23, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Interesting work area. Downtown location. You get to hear the word "disruptive" a lot. Sailing opportunities. Parties for Marina types

Cons

They like to say it's a tech company, but compared to other Silicon Valley companies the perks do not compare (health insurance not great, they'll tell you about the "lending club 20" for all the weight you'll put on, but I don't think they know what perks those other companies have). Nickel and dimed everywhere (I had to buy my own keyboard and mouse). They say that most people leave jobs because of bad managers. That's why I left, I constantly felt under attack and I worked with people who were under qualified and not controlled. As a friend said when I handed in my notice "way to punish them for harboring incompetence". A month after leaving, they apparently eliminated my job position entirely. That was about 5 months after creating it. They claim they are agile, they are not. Product managers have no authority. The business is run by marketing who treat development like lackeys. Monumental solos are everywhere.

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5.0
Jun 23, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

New office, new name, same great company. Good growth opportunity where you can see your impact.

Cons

Not a huge con, but better snacks or catered lunch would be a plus.

2.0
May 8, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Decent starting pay and some good teammates. The company is highly profitable and continues to grow. Opportunities to take on new responsibilities and expand your scope. Equity awards.

Cons

Over the course of several years, I have been given additional responsibilities multiple times without more compensation despite the company’s strong financial performance. While I’m happy to contribute, the pattern of increasing responsibility without recognition is a major demotivator, even to your most diligent employees. It's tiresome. It doesn't take much effort to make strong contributors feel seen and valued, and it's such a missed opportunity not to. The company frequently talks about culture and values, but there is infighting and rivalries between teams and individuals. That energy creates drama instead of collaboration and leads to repetitious mistakes. Good people — especially top performers — eventually leave because they can.

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