Update to a neutral/negative review a left in 2019 - Brand Design Manager Intercom Employee Review

5.0
Jul 29, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Previously wrote a review that said we had a bad CEO. In 2020 Karen Peacock CEO and things are finally clicking. Company culture, targets, the whole damn thing is getting better. Everything that was good about Intercom is still here, now with a serious exec layer to lead us into the future. Manager training and DEI have come a long way, but still could be better—the difference is, top level leadership knows that now and is actively trying to improve.

Cons

Some decisions are made without awareness of the impact of those decisions. They're getting better at it, but it's still lead to some rocky quarters.

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5.0
May 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

One of the biggest positives is the opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact projects. The company provides access to the right tools, resources, and support needed to do great work. As a senior engineer, I feel trusted to think critically about problems, challenge assumptions, and help reframe solutions when needed. Stakeholders and the broader business are receptive to feedback, which creates a strong environment for collaboration and problem-solving. When blockers come up, my manager and the organization move quickly to remove them. Overall, it’s a fast-moving, high-trust environment where strong engineers can make a real impact.

Cons

The pace is very fast, which can be a challenge depending on how someone prefers to work. Priorities, tools, and ways of working can change quickly, and it requires a willingness to adapt, learn, and rewire how you approach problems. For people who prefer slower, more predictable environments, the pace may feel intense at times. However, for those who are comfortable with change and motivated by momentum, it can also be one of the most rewarding aspects of the company.

2.0
Jun 8, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Founders are still involved and will help on top accounts. Competitive compensation. Good breakfast and lunch. Access to the resources one needs, with no apparent shortage of money.

Cons

Silent layoffs. Lack of trust in the employees by leadership. Senior management is poor at defining and communicating expectations. The fast pace of hiring, changing titles and roles, frequently adjusting strategies and shifting ICPs leads to regular confusion. Very poor professional development (zero for many). Investor interests have taken a higher priority than the employees. A once team-first culture has weakened, as the company becomes more corporate, with the early company value of 'We go further together' being eliminated and never replaced with anything about working strong as a team, which is another sign of the diminishing culture.

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