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.

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

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Genentech

Part of Roche

Genentech reviews

3.9

74% would recommend to a friend

(3,717 total reviews)

Ashley Magargee

83% approve of CEO

55% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

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

Genentech has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,717 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).

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Reviews by job title

4K reviews

1.0

Mar 27, 2023

Smart People Limited by Bloat

Clinical scientist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Beautiful campus, lots of company resources.

Cons

Lots of smart people, but success is often obscured by poor communication, bureaucracy and a lack of creativity, as well as office politicking. Very disappointing given Genentech's reputation.

Genentech Response

Thank you for your feedback. We understand that being a part of a large and complex organization can sometimes lead to processes that seem systematic and linear. As a company that is regulated by the FDA, we must take into account a multitude of considerations that can impact both our timeline and creativity. Despite these challenges, we remain committed to creating an environment that encourages creativity and inclusivity, where everyone can contribute their innovative ideas. Thank you once again for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.

5.0

Mar 25, 2023

Amazing company

Executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fantastic culture, people, vision and focus on patients with high ethics

Cons

None, it is a great place

4.0

Mar 24, 2023

Good.... but

Sr program manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There are a lot of Pros to working at Genentech- the campus is beautiful, the benefits are sufficient, the pay is competitive, and the cafeterias and onsite amenities are amazing.

Cons

It's a large company, so ultimately, its boils down to your manager's engagement and whether or not they are helping to develop you and further your career. There is favoritism. There are exceptions. There is entitlement. There are bad managers.

Genentech Response

We appreciate your thoughtful comments. We are glad you enjoy the amenities and our competitive compensation programs. We understand the vital role our managers play in creating a positive employee experience, and we are committed to supporting them in their efforts to establish clear, unifying goals and foster collaboration among teams. Our aim is to enable them to be effective in their roles and provide a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We wish you continued success in your career with us. Thank you again for your thoughtful comments.

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