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      Stay away - Software Engineer SelfDecode Employee Review

      1.0
      Oct 13, 2022
      Software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      You'll end up learning skills that you didn't know would be necessary for your job description.

      Cons

      The problem with this company is top down. The boss is a narcissist and a gaslighter. He likes to take all credits when things go well and blame people working for him when things don't. In reality probably everyone in the company is smarter than him, but he wouldn't acknowledge it. His management is a mess. This company puts everyone on contract even though people do full-time work. On top of that, this company requires you to install a tracking software on your personal computer (no company equipment because you are a "contractor") which keeps track of your keyboard and mouse activity and takes screenshots periodically, and you are only paid for the duration that you are active. This is just unrealistic for an office job because no one should be on the keyboard typing all the time. If you are offered an hourly rate, multiply it by 0.5 before comparing to other jobs.

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      SelfDecode Response
      3y
      I’m sorry to hear you were dissatisfied at SelfDecode. I see you have not worked here in a long time, as the last US-based software developer left more than 3 years ago. I will address a few inaccuracies: Our policy for quite a while now is that Hubstaff screenshots are only used in the first 3 months during the trial period. In addition, we no longer pay workers an hourly rate unless they are part-time. Everyone who works full-time is paid a fixed rate, every 2 weeks. In the past, even when used Hubstaff regularly and paid by the hour, we allowed workers to include their inactive time if they were working. Best of luck to you in your future endeavors.

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      5.0
      Dec 19, 2023
      Bioinformatics scientist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      The flexibility of a remote setting has not only allowed me to achieve a harmonious work-life balance but has also fueled my passion for self-directed initiatives.

      Cons

      Communications sometimes is poor between departments. Career Opportunities not great as expected.

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      SelfDecode Response
      2y
      Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you enjoy the flexibility of our remote setting, and are working to improve communication and career development opportunities. Your insight is appreciated and we will continue to work to improve our company based on employee feedback.
      4.0
      Nov 1, 2025
      Technical support
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Management style is very straightforward and hands off for the most part. Depending on your role, hours can be long and underpaid. Joe Cohen is a character but friendly overall.

      Cons

      Propensity to direct blame if things go wrong.

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