Can the New Genentech preserve its unique aspects of culture and innovation? - Senior Manager Genentech Employee Review

5.0
May 13, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Opportunity to learn, grow and work with incredibly talented people. Everyone believes in the mission and puts science and the patient first. There is a great sense of pride and innovation at all levels in the company. Love the casual intensity.

Cons

Sometimes organization changes happen too fast and too often. Risk taking is rewarded, but not always supported when things don't go well. Sink or swim environment in some parts of the organization.

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5.0
Jun 27, 2026
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Pros

Patient-centric company. great culture & benefits

Cons

Not always clear how promotions are awarded.

2.0
Jun 19, 2026
Recommend
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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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