Amazing company and products, just terrible mid management and internal career growth - Global Partner Marketing Manager Confluent Employee Review

3.0
7 July 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I genuinely believe in the product and senior leadership. Good company overall People are mostly nice

Cons

12 managers in 5.5 years - no progression despite aspirations and ability. Rewards external talent over internal talent A lot of busy people travelling doing not much work waiting for their four years to pass. Too many Directors, not enough people doing the core work Too quick to change strategy in a complex product category if there's a slight falter in sales - complex product and new category requires more longevity for a new audience Not enough focus on brand Definitely a 'favourites' culture - people recruiting their crew. Happens everywhere but seemed particularly prevalent a few years ago

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5.0
25 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Eng heavy culture Great benefits

Cons

IBM acquisition could change culture

4.0
10 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great product, strong leadership, and talented people across the organization. Excellent place to learn enterprise SaaS sales and grow quickly as an SDR. Supportive team culture, good training, and a fast-paced environment with many opportunities to work with large global accounts. Strong compensation and career development opportunities for high performers.

Cons

Since the IBM acquisition, there has been uncertainty around the future structure and career path for SDRs. Communication could be more transparent regarding organizational changes, promotion opportunities, and long-term strategy for the SDR organization.

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