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      4.0
      23 Oct 2015
      Principal software engineer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Stretches and grows you in ways you didn't know you could grow. High stakes problems and fantastic place to learn.

      Cons

      Lack of transparency for organizational planning. Promotion and performance reviews are fair but opaque, which stifles the ability for people to learn what they need to do to make the leap.

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      5.0
      25 Dec 2025
      Vice president
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Bias for action and trust

      Cons

      Too much competition internally at all levels

      5.0
      10 Jan 2016
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Really smart people, a lot of opportunity for growth, always encouraged to be innovative, think big, and create something new. Competitive salary and benefits with other major tech companies. 100% self motivating work environment. No dress code and 4 legged friends are welcome.

      Cons

      You have to be self motivated. NO ONE will hold your hand and tell you that you're doing a great job. If you need constant affirmations from management, this company isn't for you.

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