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      trivago

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      196 reviews
      4.0
      13 Dec 2024

      Great people good benefits

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Really fun and vibrant work culture

      Cons

      Salary could be better compared to market rate

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      trivago Response
      1y
      Hi there, thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoy our fun and vibrant work culture. Fostering a positive and engaging environment is one of our top priorities, and it's fantastic to see that reflected in your experience. We understand that competitive compensation is crucial and take your feedback seriously. We continually review our compensation packages to ensure they align with market standards and reflect the value our employees bring to the company. We appreciate your honesty and your recommendations. If you have any further thoughts or suggestions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly. Thank you once again for your contributions and for being a part of what makes trivago a great place to work.
      4.0
      7 May 2025

      Greatest school to start your career

      Marketing manager
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      Pros

      Great people, great projects. Constant training and feedback culture.

      Cons

      Low salary, product with little innovation, sometimes not greatest leadership

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      trivago Response
      11mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience from your time with trivago. We're particularly grateful for highlighting our learning culture and the quality of talent we nurture - it points to our core value of 'Fanatic Learning' in action through our learning programs and candid feedback culture. We appreciate your feedback about areas where we can improve. Regarding compensation, we regularly review our packages to ensure they remain competitive in the market. As for product innovation, we're constantly working on new features and improvements, driven by our 'Power of Proof' approach where data and user needs guide our development. We believe in continuous improvement and this is why we invest significantly in leadership development programs as part of our commitment to growth. We're glad that trivago served as a solid foundation for your career development, living up to our reputation as a great learning environment. Thank you for contributing to our success during your time here, and we wish you the best in your future endeavors.
      4.0
      8 Jun 2025

      Great culture, poor leadership

      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      Great culture. Alright pay. Amazing people.

      Cons

      Leadership was poor. Not sure how it is with the new CEO now.

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      trivago Response
      11mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad you appreciated our culture and the people who make trivago special. While we can't speak to when you were with us, we're continuously working on strengthening our leadership capabilities under our current direction. Our commitment to transparency and continuous improvement remains central to how we operate. We appreciate your input and wish you the best in your future endeavors.
      4.0
      26 Mar 2025

      Good company with low salaries

      Procurement manager
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      Pros

      Great culture, people and a very fun place to work for.

      Cons

      Salary, little product development and company trajectory.

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      trivago Response
      1y
      Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're pleased to hear you enjoyed our culture and the people who make trivago a fun workplace. These aspects are fundamental to who we are. We appreciate your candid feedback regarding compensation and product development. We regularly review our compensation packages to stay competitive, ensuring that our salaries are aligned with the market and match the skills and experience levels of our talents. We also focus on creating value through continuous improvement of our products. Thank you for your contributions during your time with us, and we wish you success in your future endeavors.
      4.0
      27 Dec 2024

      Great Company

      Mobile software engineer
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      Pros

      Work pressure is balanced; people are nice

      Cons

      pay could be better I have heard

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      trivago Response
      1y
      Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We're pleased to hear that you've found the work pressure to be balanced and appreciate the positive environment created by your colleagues. Maintaining a supportive and well-balanced work atmosphere is important to us, and we're glad to see it reflected in your experience. Regarding compensation, we understand the importance of competitive pay and continuously evaluate our salaries to ensure they meet market standards and are aligned with a talent's performance. Your feedback is valuable and helps us improve in this area. If you have any additional thoughts or suggestions, please feel free to reach out to us directly. We appreciate your dedication and contributions to our success!
      4.0
      6 Feb 2025

      Okay if you do not care about career progression

      Product manager
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      Pros

      - Great work-life balance: people generally respect your rest time and do not disturb you after work hours. One also has the trust & freedom to manage their workload and time - Collaborative colleagues: most people genuinely want to help create better outcomes. At the working level, there isn't much ego at all that could impede progress - Lots of events & activities: from parties celebrating unique cultures to tech talks to an annual On Tour (where you could choose to join the company on a surprise trip - destination unknown before the trip) - Mature experimentation culture: platform & tools have been built (and continuously improved) to enable quick learning & results

      Cons

      - Lack of career progression: there is a shared sense of frustration where one has no idea/guidance on growing through the job levels (not necessarily to a leadership role) - Perceived unfairness: frustrations regarding a lack of career progression are amplified when people observe others getting promoted to a higher position without that position ever being open for interviews

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      trivago Response
      1y
      Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the work-life balance, collaborative colleagues, and various events and activities at trivago. It's great to know that you appreciated the trust and freedom in managing your workload, as well as the mature experimentation culture we foster. We understand and acknowledge your concerns regarding career progression and perceived unfairness in promotions. It's important for us that our employees have a clear path for growth and feel supported in their career development. We acknowledge that there is always room for improvement in this area and are invested in ensuring that our internal mobility processes are fair and clear. Your advice is valuable, and we will consider it as we continue to enhance our employee development programs. Thank you for your contributions during your time with trivago, and we wish you the best in your future endeavors.
      5.0
      21 Jan 2026

      Good company to work for and gain diverse experience

      Data analyst
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      Pros

      Office is very international and many languages can be heard throughout the office, the job allows you to learn and gain experience using different tools, many knowledgeable and friendly people.

      Cons

      Onboarding process could have been better.

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      trivago Response
      2mo
      Hi! Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the international atmosphere, the variety of tools, and the people around you. That kind of environment is something we're really proud of. We appreciate the note on onboarding. It's an area we care about and are always looking to improve so that new joiners feel set up for success from day one. We're happy to have you with us and look forward to seeing you grow here!
      4.0
      22 Jan 2026

      Highly recommended for its people-first culture, stability, and well-structured technical teams

      Senior backend engineer
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      Pros

      The company culture is genuinely collaborative and people-centric. Colleagues are kind, approachable, and consistently willing to support each other, which creates a psychologically safe working environment. Excellent employee benefits, including support for continuous learning such as courses, certifications, and conferences, as well as company-sponsored international trips with all employees. Outstanding campus facilities that resemble top-tier US tech companies: lunch, gym, massage room, billiards, and well-designed workspaces that enhance productivity and well-being. Solid tooling for day-to-day work and personal development, in tech even though some legacy tools still exist. Work-life balance is generally reasonable. While there are occasionally high-pressure periods, there is flexibility afterward to compensate and recover. Hybrid working model offers flexibility and autonomy. Tech stack is modern in many areas primarily Java and React, with some Python. Engineering teams are relatively small, focused, and own clearly defined problem spaces. Strong sense of stability; many employees stay long-term due to the consistent culture and predictable environment and interesting topic to work on.

      Cons

      There is noticeable resistance to architectural change and experimentation with newer technologies, which can slow innovation and technical modernization. Compensation is below market average compared to similar roles, and annual salary increases are relatively modest. Career progression and promotion to the next level can be challenging, partly due to long employee tenure and limited upward positions.

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      trivago Response
      2mo
      Hi there! Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review! It's wonderful to hear that the collaborative culture, learning opportunities, campus facilities, and hybrid flexibility are all landing well. We put a lot of care into creating an environment where people can do their best work and feel supported, so this really means a lot. We also appreciate the honest feedback on the cons. On compensation, we are committed to keeping our pay structure fair and competitive, reflecting both market standards and individual performance, so that strong contributions are always recognized. We also appreciate the feedback on architectural change and career progression. Balancing stability with innovation is something we continuously think about, and we're always looking for ways to create more room for growth and experimentation. Thanks for being part of the team and we hope the journey here at trivago keeps being a great one!
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