Is Genentech a good company to work for?

Genentech has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 5,071 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% 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 been stable over the past 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 (49) , Senior Manager (48) , Associate Director (44) , Reimbursement Specialist (41) , Internship (40) , Manufacturing Technician (40) , Bioprocess Technician (39) , 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 660 reviews)); "The people I work with are great and very inspiring." ((in 479 reviews)); "Great culture and networking opportunities" ((in 357 reviews)); "good pay which is great considering the headhunters cut of the pay and the fact that I did not recieve benefits." ((in 199 reviews)); "The South San Francisco campus is BEAUTIFUL and has so many amenities such as an amazing health center/gym." ((in 98 reviews))

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

"Poor Management and too many veterans who are "protected"" ((in 143 reviews)); "Bad managers will slow down your career growth" ((in 101 reviews)); "People with only a few years (less than 5 yrs) of experience hold senior leadership positions." ((in 76 reviews)); "Lack of support by upper management" ((in 40 reviews)); "Some favoritism has been identified in the past." ((in 39 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.

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Genentech reviews

3.9

74% would recommend to a friend

(552 total reviews)

Ashley Magargee

83% approve of CEO

55% positive business outlook

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4.1

Diversity & inclusion

4.1

Compensation and benefits

3.9

Culture & values

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.4

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

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3.0

Aug 6, 2025

Mission-Driven and People-Focused, But Not for the Faint of Heart

Senior director, field medical

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Incredible people-first culture. Genentech genuinely cares about its employees, encouraging authenticity, inclusion, and belonging at every level. Scientific excellence and innovation. Being part of a mission-driven company where the science truly makes a difference in patients’ lives is deeply rewarding. Cross-functional collaboration. The environment fosters open communication across teams, from R&D to commercial to field medical. Work-life balance and benefits. Generous time off, competitive compensation, and support for wellbeing make it a standout in biotech.

Cons

Constant transformation. Expect large-scale reorganizations every 12–18 months. It creates instability and fatigue, and it’s not for those with a weak stomach. Limited upward mobility. Advancement often depends more on navigating internal politics than performance alone. Accountability gaps. Both leaders and individual contributors are not always held to high performance standards, which can lead to inconsistency in team output and morale.

Genentech Response

7mo

Thank you for sharing your review with us! We’re glad to hear your positive feedback about our people-first culture, commitment to scientific excellence, and focus on work-life balance and wellbeing—core values that drive our mission to make a difference in patients’ lives. We also appreciate your candid insights on the challenges you’ve experienced. While we understand that organizational changes can be demanding, they are crucial to staying agile in a dynamic healthcare environment and continuing to innovate for patients. We remain committed to continuous improvement and are grateful for the dedication of our employees as we navigate these changes together.

4.0

Jul 31, 2025

Good gig, disorganized at times

Patient navigator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay, good benefits, good work-life balance, good values in terms of big pharma company - patient centric and management cares about employees well being. This may differ depending on department.

Cons

Recently took away fully remote positions, leadership is starting to micromanage, punishing people on a department level rather than individual level. lots of "talent flowing" in which you do extra work for no extra pay. lots of budget cuts.

Genentech Response

10mo

We’re glad to hear you value our benefits and work-life balance. Providing comprehensive, competitive programs that support our employees’ well-being is a priority for us. We’re also committed to helping our managers grow as effective and passionate leaders, as we know they play a key role in shaping the employee experience. We’ll continue working to address your feedback and foster an environment where everyone can thrive and do their best work.

1.0

Jul 14, 2025

Not a great place to work

Field representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Salary is higher. Territory smaller.

Cons

Internal structure makes it almost impossible to bring value to customers. Leadership thinks training isn't needed. Genentech wants warm bodies and doesn't care if a person is trained properly. Unfortunately most HD's do not support their people and don't care. No room for upward movement. Popularity is more important than hard work. The eco model FAILS employees.

Genentech Response

10mo

We’re sorry to hear that your experience at Genentech hasn’t met expectations. The ecosystem model was designed to better serve patients and customers, but we recognize it may not be meeting all employees’ needs. Your feedback on training, leadership support, growth opportunities, and culture is valuable. Thank you for sharing your perspective as we work to create an environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to succeed.

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