Innovative product in chaos - Anonymous employee Mendel Employee Review

2.0
29 Mar 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

- Innovative product solving challenging problem - Big addressable market - Impressive revenue for its stage - Friendly in-person environment and co-workers - Company-wise travel (Egypt this year) - 2 remote work days every week

Cons

- Still figuring out product market fit - Under-defined product. Takes months to understand what it is - Slow progress (in hiring, product development, replying messages on Slack) - People leave frequently (2 execs/2 VPs left in ~6 months of joining, recruiters left in a couple months, even executive assistant left in a few months) - Insecure/inexperienced founders who are often egotistical - Muted culture - Lack of management/feedback - Subjectively unethical. Workers in Egypt are invited to meetings after midnight - Lots of manual work to deliver - Low compensation package - Need to pay 20% for insurance - Could benefit from more transparency

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5.0
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Pros

Working as a Software Engineer at Mendel.ai has been an enriching experience. The company fosters a dynamic and innovative environment that encourages creativity and problem-solving. Pros: Challenging Projects: The projects are diverse and technically challenging, which keeps the work exciting and rewarding. Collaborative Culture: Team collaboration is highly encouraged, and colleagues are always ready to share knowledge and support each other. Learning Opportunities: There are plenty of opportunities for professional development, including workshops and conferences. Work-Life Balance: The company values work-life balance, offering flexible hours and remote work options.

Cons

Fast-Paced Environment: The pace can be intense, which may be overwhelming at times, especially during tight deadlines. Occasional Communication Gaps: Sometimes, communication between different teams could be improved to enhance efficiency.

2.0
3 Nov 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

A very driven and fast paced team

Cons

Strange dynamic. Not great product alignment

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