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 649 reviews)); "The people I work with are great and very inspiring." ((in 497 reviews)); "Great company and culture!" ((in 372 reviews)); "good pay which is great considering the headhunters cut of the pay and the fact that I did not recieve benefits." ((in 203 reviews)); "Great work life balance if you don't work in gRED (the early research division)." ((in 193 reviews))

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

"Poor Management and too many veterans who are "protected"" ((in 144 reviews)); "Bad managers will slow down your career growth" ((in 104 reviews)); "People with only a few years (less than 5 yrs) of experience hold senior leadership positions." ((in 72 reviews)); "Lack of support by upper management" ((in 38 reviews)); "Bureaucracy and favoritism is rampant" ((in 37 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?

South San Francisco , San Francisco , Vacaville , Oceanside , Hillsboro , Portland , San Diego , New York , Redwood City , Los Angeles , Boston , Washington , San Jose , Atlanta , Chicago , Phoenix , San Bruno , San Mateo , Dixon , Miami , Dallas , Indianapolis , Sacramento , Pacifica , Palo Alto , Baton Rouge , Tampa , Kansas City , Charlotte , Austin

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

5.0

Feb 14, 2024

Good work life balance; terrific colleagues

Director

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Genentech appears to have adopted the “no jerks” rule. The vast majority of people are collaborative, positive, and helpful. Even people in the C-suite are approachable and treat employees with respect. With that also comes a lot of respect for time outside of work. Vacations are expected; longer time out of office is backfilled to ensure that work (and guilt) doesn’t pile up. It is a great company for someone who has family members to care for.

Cons

There have been a lot of organizational changes the past few years. Just when you think you hit a groove, something changes. It can be frustrating at times.

Genentech Response

2y

We’re happy to hear that you love your job! It’s important to us that our people feel inspired and passionate about their work.

3.0

Feb 13, 2024

Direcor

Director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

benefits are really good and solid pay

Cons

culture may not be for everyone

5.0

Feb 13, 2024

Great place to work

Sales

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Employer with solid benefits and interest in employee wellbeing

Cons

Large organization, can take a while to make decisions.

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