Great technology, poor business prospects - Scientist Alta Devices Employee Review

2.0
1 Mar 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great technology, product of two top US universities, now owned by China :-(

Cons

Business prospects still unclear, 9 nears since the company was founded. Chinese owner, Hanergy Thin Films, in dire financial position; not sure how long they'll fund this expensive Silicon Valley based operations. Do your research before accepting an employment offer.

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
12 Apr 2014
Recommend
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Pros

The technology is very interesting. Salaray is ok but not much else. Some free lunch and snacks. Used to be better during early days. Work life balance okay because business was slow. During earlier times, always have 'lunch' meeting everyday.

Cons

Organization structure is not clear. Ownership is not clear. Always changing plan and can't decide. There is so much politics for such a small company. Lack of teamwork. People believe senior management just take care of themselves not the working people.

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