Like a dream - Software Engineer Groupon Employee Review

5.0
Aug 24, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

After working for some of the large companies in the Seattle area, I can say I would never go back after being at Groupon. -Smartest people I've ever met -No BS process -Startup atmosphere without the 20hr workdays -Actual transparency from highest levels of management

Cons

-Hiring like crazy means office space is starting to get cramped. Need to find more office space.

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Cons

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Pros

No pro’s whatsoever. If you’re thinking about joining this company, save yourself a headache and run.

Cons

“Burn and churn” culture with minimal long-term investment in employees. Limited support and inconsistent coaching from management. Quarterly quotas frequently change, directly impacting compensation and making earnings unpredictable. Commission, if you’re lucky to get any, gets paid every 3 months- if terminated, you lose out on THOUSANDS of your hard earned money Compensation does not align with responsibilities—BDRs are often expected to perform full-cycle sales functions similar to Account Executives on a low base salary, ($40,000) Once placed on a performance plan, there is little path to recovery and increased scrutiny follows. High-pressure onboarding environment—new hires are expected to close deals quickly, with limited ramp time. Promotions appear inconsistent and not always based on performance, which can impact team morale and leadership quality. Concerns raised to leadership or HR are not always addressed in a transparent or timely manner.

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