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Affectiva

Acquired by Smart Eye

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Great Company w/ Killer Product in an Exciting Space! - Anonymous employee Affectiva Employee Review

5.0
16 Dec 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

In my 6+ years at startups, this is by far some of the most innovative technology I have ever seen, and the best company I have worked for to date. Lots of exciting opportunities as they continue to break into (and in a sense, create the market) for emotion-enabled tech. Also quite a few women in management, so when they say "we are a flexible startup" they actually mean it - as long as you get the work done and be accountable. On a personal note, they hired me when I was 6 months pregnant, knowing I had to take maternity leave very soon. Not many organizations would take that kind of chance, or make that statement that they actually do care about employees' family lives!

Cons

For me, it was the inaccessible location (Waltham - blech), but they are definitely re-locating to downtown Boston soon!

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5.0
6 Jan 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Learned a lot, helpful coworkers, employees passionate about work

Cons

Could have benefited from more hands-on teaching given I was an intern

5.0
14 Apr 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I’ve worked for start-ups in the past that promote a great work-life balance for employees, but Affectiva is the first that makes good on that promise. From the top down, leadership sets a great example of prioritizing time with family, taking vacation/personal time, and just maintaining an overall healthy balance. Affectiva also provides great employee benefits (401k match, unlimited PTO), keeps a kitchen stocked full of lots of great healthy snacks, organizes lots of fun team activities, and provides weekly catered lunch. On top of all of that, the culture is truly beyond compare. No individual is too senior to roll up their sleeves and help however they’re needed, and every role is an essential part of the company’s success and is made to feel that way. Employees are always encouraged to share their ideas, and to pursue any opportunities that are of interest to them. This is an incredibly hardworking group that is always looking for new and exciting ways to push the boundaries and continue to innovate.

Cons

Not much privacy in an open concept space, but definitely allows for better collaboration. Also, lots of conference space, phone booths and breakout areas if people need a quiet working space.

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