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2.8

35% would recommend to a friend

(28 total reviews)

Nick Williams

65% approve of CEO

27% positive business outlook

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3.0
Oct 4, 2023

good people / bad place

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Pros

great people loaded with inspiration and creativity lots to learn about music technology ok work/life balance

Cons

who’s in charge vision / roadmap changes every few months nothing of value gets released just remarked repackaged bs which the industry sees through company is butt of every joke in the industry plenty of short sighted layoffs way underpaid

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Native Instruments Response
2y
We really appreciate your feedback and the shout-out to our awesome team and the creative vibe we've got going on. We've heard your concerns about the lack of clear direction and changes in vision, and we've taken steps to address that. Just recently, we shared our new company vision, mission, strategy, and values with everyone in Q4 to provide more clarity and stability. Plus, it's worth mentioning that we haven't had any layoffs for well over a year, and we've made some big changes since then, like introducing a new global career framework with fair salaries. We're all about delivering value to our industry, and we're constantly working to improve. Your feedback helps us stay on track, so thanks for sharing, and we're committed to making this a great place for everyone.
5.0
Aug 7, 2023

The right place to be

Anonymous employee
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Pros

This is such a diverse and inclusive place to work - we even have an engagement lead who makes sure all of our activities and events are managed well. My colleagues are talented and I learn a lot from them - although it would have been nice to see more people in our office. We have the opportunity to work from home and from the office as we please which is the right flexibility for me. Our Leadership Team is transparent and very engaging and they have taken us all on an amazing journey. Our CEO is taking time to speak to all of us and he is approachable and a GREAT listener. I'm so happy I decided to join at the right time where so many things are happening - our future looks promising.

Cons

A few of my own peers and colleagues have a hard time to adjust to our new structures and ways of working. It makes me sad that some of them have provocative comments during company meetings - it's not good for morale and I hope they will decide to leave instead of making us listen to all their whining and gossiping. It's really not nice to hear them being so negative.

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Native Instruments Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your positive experiences with us. We're thrilled to know that our diverse and inclusive environment, along with the support of our engagement lead, has left a positive impact on your time here. It's wonderful that you're finding value in collaborating with talented colleagues and benefiting from the flexibility of remote and in-office work. We're equally excited about the transparent and engaging Leadership Team that's guiding us on a promising journey. We're sorry to hear about the challenges some colleagues are facing in adapting to changes; fostering open dialogue and understanding is crucial, and we're committed to maintaining a positive and collaborative atmosphere. Your feedback is appreciated as we continuously strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
2.0
Jun 26, 2023

Some Horrible Bosses

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Friendly colleagues, remote work options, great free food, and a pet-friendly office environment.

Cons

The company culture may not be suitable for everyone, especially those seeking a more diverse and supportive work environment. There is burnout and frustration among employees, contributing to a predominantly negative atmosphere. Many colleagues are frustrated due to e.g. a lack of recognition, insufficient resources, and below-industry-standard payment, in some cases. The workload demands can be excessive, leading to emotional distress for some team members during meetings. Although diversity is claimed as a priority on paper, middle management primarily consists of white alpha males lacking authentic diversity skills, empathy, and emotional intelligence. Some directors even promote an unhealthy burnout culture and exhibit overt, yet unintentional forms of discrimination. They are very good at talking and will talk about their own vacation and projects in your 1:1s because they see you as a number.

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Native Instruments Response
2y
We appreciate your feedback and are grateful for your insights into our workplace. It's good to hear that you've enjoyed the camaraderie among colleagues, the flexibility of remote work, the pet-friendly environment, and benefits such as free food. We take your concerns seriously; no employees should feel unsupported or burned out. If you know anyone in this position, please advise them to speak to our Director of Engagement. We have resources to support struggling employees such as our EAP. We note your feedback about diversity of middle management. Fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected is a priority; however, we recognize we are not there yet regarding diversity at all levels, but we have plans to get there. Thank you for taking the time to provide your perspective and helping us shape a better future.
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