Lack of long term vision - Anonymous employee SiFive Employee Review

2.0
Jun 15, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Talented teammembers who are fun to work with Good collaboration and communication worldwide Opportunities for career advancement and learning Underlying technology strong and innovative Reasonable workload especially considering its a startup Good vesting schedule on option grants

Cons

The direction and vision of the company has changed far too many times over such a short period. How long can they survive as a pre-IPO company which throws away money with every strategic shift? HR department not focused on employees. Only trying to show their value by rolling out new initiatives and programs that aren't an improvement on the existing ones Too much of mid-upper management lacks understanding of the technologies they are directing Weird system when it comes to raises and bonus. Everyone gets the same thing. High performers aren't rewarded for their work No 401k match

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SiFive Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed working with our team and found the opportunities for growth valuable. We understand your concerns about the company’s direction and the changes we’ve made. As we navigate these shifts, we’re committed to aligning with our long-term goals. Your feedback on HR and management is really helpful, and we’ll use it to make improvements. We appreciate your honest input and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

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