Dynamic Workplace with Growth Opportunities and a Strong Team - Product Designer Focused Employee Review

5.0
15 Aug 2024
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Pros

Diverse Project Scope: The variety of projects keeps the work exciting and ensures continuous learning. Incredible Team: The people here are not just smart—they're truly AMAZING. Working alongside such talented individuals is both inspiring and motivating. Fun Onsite Events: The onsite gatherings are not only productive but also fun, fostering a strong team spirit. Continuous Learning: You gain so much knowledge, both from the projects and your teammates, especially in consulting, engineering, and design. Opportunities to Upskill: There's a strong focus on professional growth, with plenty of opportunities to upskill. Excellent Benefits: The benefits package is robust, and frequent raises based on performance keep you motivated. Flexible Work Environment: The ability to choose between working from home or in a beautiful office offers great work-life balance. Dynamic Roles: Projects can be fast-paced, and you may need to wear many hats. This dynamic environment is stimulating and rewarding if you enjoy variety in your work.

Cons

Recent Layoffs: There was a significant layoff at the beginning of 2024, which led to some unsettling changes. However, management is making strides in being more transparent, and this seems to be a broader issue in the tech industry right now. Lunch Meetings: There are a lot of meetings, sometimes even during lunch breaks. However, the company does provide a paid DoorDash lunch during those times. Fast-Paced Environment: The fast pace of projects might be overwhelming for those who prefer a slower work environment, although it's a plus if you thrive in such settings.

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5.0
12 Sept 2024
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Pros

Lots of opportunities to grow, a great team, and lots of freedom to be creative.

Cons

None that I can think of.

1.0
7 Aug 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Nice peers that are talented. Ok compensation.

Cons

This is the most toxic workplace I’ve ever experienced. My manager micromanaged me constantly and made my life miserable for months. Focused has clearly demonstrated they do not care about their employees (case in point: laying off a large percentage of employees via email on a scheduled company holiday and giving them the absolute bare minimum severance package). They fire or lay people off at an alarmingly high rate so it’s a constant revolving door. But don’t worry, they’ll be sure to post your job not too long after laying you off! The treatment of employees is a stunning departure from the way they advertise themselves. They say they want open feedback and to develop a psychologically safe space, but yet seem quick to develop an adversarial relationship with employees when given feedback they disagree with. Communication of expectations is nonexistent. A culture of fear permeates day-to-day work because everyone sees their coworkers getting fired right and left, despite leaderships attempts to place all of the blame on the former employees. Their offsites also feel like frat parties, with leadership openly pushing drinks on people. The work itself leaves a lot to be desired as well. WLB and interest in your work will vary widely by client. I especially would not recommend working here to someone in a non-engineering role. Every role here is an afterthought to engineering. I’ve never felt less respected or valued as I did when I worked here.

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