Inexperienced management means a lot of trial and error before it gets done right - Software Engineer Lifecode Employee Review

1.0
22 Feb 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

well-funded, free lunches, peers are nice. The mission is a good one, you start out feeling like you will make a difference in the world.

Cons

Management team are in over their heads. Teams are siloed. Trying to get things done that involve others help is super frustrating. For my manager, controlling the information was a way to control the situation. My proposals were ignored until we tried the manager's way only to find out it wouldn't work. I don't expect I got any credit for what I did. Managers want 'yes' people so they can get ahead on their backs.

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5.0
2 May 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

My job at Lifecode had been a great experience for me. It is a really well backed company by prestigious investors and partners in a rapidly growing industry. If you are interested in working in cutting edge interdisciplinary field of computer sciences and genomics, while making a direct impact to precision healthcare of patients with cancer or other genetic disorders, Lifecode is a great place to be. The vision is spectacular. The tasks can be tough but it is fun. I met some smartest minds here, and had a great time working with them. Besides all the cool event series of pingpong tournament, rafting, and sightseeings, the management maintains an inspiring and open mindset that encourages conversations -- you pretty much can grab anyone to engage a talk, including the CEO. As an example, the management and some colleagues supported my personal development and actually coached my career transition into a direction I desired.

Cons

Brace yourself for job challenges. It could feel like the company is sometimes understaffed with its rapid growth.

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4.0
22 June 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great colleagues, small fast workpaced environment. And fun!

Cons

Unsecure funding, amorphous future in the space

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