Is Genentech a good company to work for?

Genentech has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 5,066 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 74% of employees would recommend working at Genentech to a friend and 55% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Genentech have been left by employees working as Summer Intern , Internship and Intern .

Does Genentech pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Genentech employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Genentech. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Genentech?

74% of Genentech employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Genentech 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Genentech?

Intern (150) , Case Manager (91) , Research Associate (86) , Director (59) , Manager (56) , Postdoctoral Fellow (52) , Project Manager (52) , Scientist (48) , Senior Manager (48) , Associate Director (44) , Reimbursement Specialist (41) , Internship (40) , Manufacturing Technician (40) , Bioprocess Technician (38) , Clinical Specialist (35)

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

"The benefits are great and the perk are second to none such as the GenenBus." ((in 681 reviews)); "Great culture and networking opportunities" ((in 359 reviews)); "The pay is good and they take good care of you during the busy season" ((in 195 reviews)); "The South San Francisco campus is BEAUTIFUL and has so many amenities such as an amazing health center/gym." ((in 95 reviews)); "Good salary and I love working with the people" ((in 77 reviews))

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

"Poor Management and too many veterans who are "protected"" ((in 140 reviews)); "Bad managers will slow down your career growth" ((in 105 reviews)); "People with only a few years (less than 5 yrs) of experience hold senior leadership positions." ((in 75 reviews)); "Lack of support by upper management" ((in 37 reviews)); "Long hours and some of the integration issues post the merger with Roche make the work challenging sometimes." ((in 35 reviews))

What are employees saying about Genentech layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Genentech locations?

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Genentech reviews

3.9

74% would recommend to a friend

(3,713 total reviews)

Ashley Magargee

83% approve of CEO

55% positive business outlook

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Genentech has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,713 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Genentech employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

4K reviews

2.0

Aug 5, 2024

Prey on college graduate to be loyal, but laid them off anyways

Research scientist 3

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The role was aligned with career and study.

Cons

Upon interview, hiring manager wanted guarantees on loyalty to stay with the company for a long period of time. However, the same company could not hold their end of the bargain when it comes to layoff season. Don’t be another victim Low pay compared to Glassdoor submission. Health benefits aren’t better than any other companies. Relocation benefit aren’t competitive since they use in house services. You either use it or lose it.

Genentech Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your feedback! Establishing trust with our employees and providing a supportive work environment is very important to us. While layoffs can sometimes be necessary due to various factors, we strive to handle these situations with the utmost care and consideration. We also take compensation and benefits seriously and aim to offer competitive packages that reflect the value of our employees' contributions. Our offerings are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain competitive within the market. We’re committed to continuous improvements and appreciate you sharing your inputs.

5.0

Aug 4, 2024

great work life balance, but seems like science has fallen behind

Engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

work with really smart folks

Cons

Seems like company is falling behind. Not as agile.

5.0

Aug 4, 2024

Structured and clean work place with great inclusivity

Packaging lead operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good development and training programs. Good pay and clean work atmosphere Excellent diversity and inclusion Great culture of respect Employees voices and concerns are handled with care Effective HR systems

Cons

Period of mandatory overtime at times of heightened production demand could last for weeks at times.

Genentech Response

1y

Great to hear your appreciation! Our ongoing collective efforts aim to inspire and engage our employees, enabling them to perform their best and deliver excellence to the patients who rely on us. We firmly believe that embracing diversity and inclusion (D&I) fosters innovation, enhances scientific and clinical outcomes, and promotes equitable healthcare access for everyone. We strive to bring diverse ideas and people to each and every thing that we do. Our employees are invaluable, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, inspiring environment where everyone can bring their true, authentic selves to work. We look forward to the possibility of having you rejoin Genentech someday.

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Structured and clean work place with great inclusivity

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