I have worked at worse and I have worked at better. - Systems Specialist Genentech Employee Review

3.0
11 Dec 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Benefits is the number one pro. If you can hang in there the sabbatical is wonderful. The commuter programs and options are also very good.

Cons

Bonus money does not get distributed fairly. There is a re-org every four to six months. You spend a lot of time waiting for the other shoe to drop. Poor at recognition of those who do the work. Much of the management is inconsistent.

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5.0
27 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Patient-centric company. great culture & benefits

Cons

Not always clear how promotions are awarded.

2.0
19 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The work is meaningful and overall the company vision aligns with my goals

Cons

QA management has become inept. None of the leadership (aside from maybe one or two) truly understand the nuances of our site and jobs. They refuse to pay you more due to "budget" reasons but won't provide much information, they claim to be transparent but will make decisions behind your back and not communicate them, even if they impact you and/or your job. Leadership doesn't listen to feedback and gets defensive if you even try to give any. It honestly has become a game of politics only in QA and that's not really building any real quality culture.

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