Strong, thoughtful, and transparent culture - Anonymous employee CarGurus Employee Review

5.0
11 May 2020
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

High levels of communication from senior leadership. Collaboration is core to working here and everyone embraces new ideas with open minds. Despite the fast moving environment, everyone at the company cares about their teams, and the company overall. The work is fun, and my intelligent colleagues are motivating.

Cons

The week-day hours can be long, but your weekends are respected.

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CarGurus Response
6y
Thanks for leaving such a kind review. I’m so happy to hear that you recognize and value our level of collaboration, transparency, communication and support. Reviews like this remind me that all of the hard work we put into our core values is truly acknowledged and appreciated. We are lucky to have you! Thank you for all of your hard work.

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5.0
15 June 2026
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Pros

Flexible workplace that prioritizes professional and personal development. Amazing office and perks that motivate you to come to the office. Culture is strong, people work hard and support each other.

Cons

Sometimes unclear career progression opportunities.

5.0
14 June 2026
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Pros

Having completed my first three months as a Senior Engineering Manager, my experience has been very positive so far. Excellent Culture: The organization fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture where people are encouraged to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and work together toward common goals. Leadership is approachable, and there is a strong focus on transparency and continuous improvement. Great Team: I have had the opportunity to work with a highly talented, knowledgeable, and supportive team. Everyone is willing to help, share expertise, and contribute to collective success, making onboarding and collaboration seamless. Technology-Forward and Innovation-Driven, The company embraces modern technologies and remains technology-agnostic, selecting the best tools and platforms for the problem at hand rather than being tied to specific vendors. The organization is proactive in exploring emerging technologies, including cloud, platform engineering, and AI, which creates an exciting environment for learning and innovation. Overall, my first three months have reinforced that this is a great place to grow professionally while working on meaningful and technically challenging initiatives.

Cons

The hybrid work model requires employees to be in the office three days per week, which may not suit everyone. However, I personally appreciate the opportunity to collaborate face-to-face, build relationships, and connect with colleagues. Combined with the office perks and supportive environment, I do not currently have any major cons to report.

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