Core42 reviews

2.8

48% would recommend to a friend

(52 total reviews)

36% positive business outlook

Core42 has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 52 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Core42 employee rating is 27% below average for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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52 reviews
1.0
Jun 9, 2026

overshadowed by toxic culture

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good compensation that’s all other than that nothing to mention

Cons

I had a really disappointing experience working at this company. The culture is extremely toxic-there’s constant negativity, backstabbing, and a lack of support. The workload is absolutely insane—expect to work late nights and weekends just to keep up. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone looking for a healthy work-life balance or a supportive environment.

1.0
Jun 9, 2026

Toxic leadership and work culture with zero accountability

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Apart from a good compensation and a good work location nothing else

Cons

- Pathetic with no leadership skill, are the leaders, puppets of the Group - Hiring own known people, relatives...most non compliant company I have ever seen and HR seems to care the least including the CHRO who only holds the mic to give away awards that has not been even awarded transparently - No career growth, high performing ppl will be fired to save some of the favourites - No transparent communication or performance review - Worst HR who only dances in the tune of the business leaders, no decision making power or empowerment, more like an admin function - Half the workforce don't even work but they continue to be billed or given bonus and raise. - Racism and yes you heard it right. Compensation offered based on nationality and so does importance and performance bonus - I have literally heard from leaders saying that if they don't like someone, they should be out of the company - Many great skilled ppl who relocate to UAE to make a life and career are been thrown out like garbage in name of restructuring and in few months they continue to hire more - Highly bureaucratic leaders, if u follow up you get ur work done - Mental well being will be zero..most are on survival mode to save their job no matter how good they are at their jobs - Avoid if you could, don't get deceived by their social media posts

1.0
Jun 7, 2026

don’t get fooled by what they post on socials very toxic culture

Anonymous employee
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Pros

The salary is attractive enough to offset the impact on your physical and mental health.

Cons

Toxic culture, weak leadership, and a complete lack of accountability. Employees are expected to deliver results despite unclear expectations, limited support, and constant last-minute changes. Talent is often overlooked while poor management practices continue unchecked.

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