Great Technology, Very Challenging Culture - Sales Executive ScyllaDB Employee Review

1.0
1 Feb 2024
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Pros

Pros of Working at ScyllaDB: 1. Impressive Technology: ScyllaDB offers cutting-edge technology that is truly impressive and innovative. 2. Passionate Employees: The majority of employees at ScyllaDB are genuinely passionate about the technology and are dedicated to their work.

Cons

Cons of Working at ScyllaDB: 1. Micro-management Culture: The organization has a micro-management culture that can limit individual initiative and autonomy, creating barriers to collaboration and networking. 2. Toxic Leadership in EMEA Region: The leadership in the EMEA region can exhibit a toxic management style, which can negatively impact employee morale and well-being. 3. Excessive Pressure on Sales Team: The sales team at ScyllaDB faces excessive pressure and a lack of appreciation, with even top-performing representatives at risk of being fired each quarter. In 2023 four AE’s were fired only in EMEA. 4. Privacy and Trust Concerns: The use of tools to track employees' activities, including mandatory camera usage during internal meetings, raises concerns about privacy and trust within the company.

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5.0
22 July 2025
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Pros

Smart, driven team: Surrounded by talented people who genuinely care about their work and support each other. Remote-first: Flexibility to work from anywhere. Cutting-edge tech that solves real-world problems. Leadership accessibility: Executive team is approachable and open to feedback. Opportunities to grow &learn.

Cons

None that I can think of!

4.0
7 Jan 2026
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Pros

Remote first company. High base salary. Strong product. Ability to contribute to company as a whole

Cons

No proven path for success in SDR role. Often dependent on which AE’s you’re working with. Outbound prospecting difficult in this industry. Company rarely promotes from within.

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