Does Universal Audio pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Universal Audio employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Universal Audio. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Universal Audio?

51% of Universal Audio employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Universal Audio 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.2 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Universal Audio?

Finance Executive (3) , Customer Service Representative (2) , Engineer (2) , QA Engineer (2) , Senior Software Engineer (2)

What are the pros of working at Universal Audio according to real employee reviews?

"Overall great people to work with who are passionate about pro" ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Universal Audio according to real employee reviews?

"Management has no interest in hearing anyone's opinions on anything that wasn't their idea." ((in 4 reviews)); "Middle Management are abysmal in regards to response times" ((in 3 reviews)); "Lower pay vs. tech companies in the area." ((in 2 reviews))

What are employees saying about Universal Audio layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Universal Audio layoffs and their outlook for job security at Universal Audio in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Universal Audio locations?

Scotts Valley , Santa Cruz , El Segundo , San Jose , Boulder , Atlanta

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2.0

Apr 25, 2018

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Very strong core IP development and ties to high-end professional studios.

Cons

I worked there a long time ago. I was paid about 70% of market rate and worked ~55 hours weekly at a "gun to my head" stress level. Other friends have worked there and concluded that it was the "best job I've ever hated." My review is of a bygone era. The worst manager was canned a while back. CEO is the same.

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5.0

Mar 10, 2026

Senior software engineer

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Pros

Cool products, tons of experienced engineers

Cons

Some growing pains from a historically small company trying to figure out how to grow into a big player

1.0

Apr 17, 2026

Engineer

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Pros

As someone said before there are really no pros besides the non-management people. Products lack innovation and employees are underpaid and overworked.

Cons

Management is terrible and it’s been a revolving door for years and years. They keep changing things every year and the results keep getting worse. Compensation is below average for the Bay Area and cost of living adjustments are meager and inconsistent. Also don’t count on your bonus. There is no vision and the CEO just seems content to change the deck chairs every year on this sinking ship.

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