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"Free food with option to dine out at restaurants" (in 34 reviews)
"some reviews talk about work-life balance issues, however I see that balance is up to the employee" (in 6 reviews)
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"No work/life balance; a ton of OT" (in 12 reviews)
"Huge divide betweeen contract and regular full time employees" (in 7 reviews)
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"A home for people that like to get stuff done."
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Snap full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Ability to make an impact big or small
Tons of development opportunities
Benefits are amazing
Lots of interesting events every day
Investment in current employees skill set
FOOD!Cons
The Pace can be hectic for some people
Being tactical is sometimes required regardless of your levelAdvice to Management
When making changes to the way our business operates, make sure to do a good job of explaining the why. As long as employees feel like they know why a decision was made, it will help the company feel more transparent.
Snap 2018-10-24 08:49 PDT ![Snap Logo]()
"Ok place"
StarStarStarStarStarI have been working at Snap full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Good growth, great learnings and good pay
Cons
Work life balance can be tough
Snap 2019-02-12 08:00 PST![Snap Logo]()
"There for the people."
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I worked at Snap full-time (More than a year)
Pros
The people and culture. Everyone is so smart. Everyone is so willing to help each other out for the better of the company. It was great being around everyone and the company culture was amazing. They really take care of their employees and it was a great experience.
Cons
When I was working there, transparency was an issue. A lot of things are moving in the background in your own department that people are unaware of until the very last minute.
Snap 2019-02-14 10:53 PST![Snap Logo]()
"One of the best when it comes to AR jobs. Those who complain usually have an overblown ego and sub-par skill"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Snap full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Some of the best tech when it comes to AR, fast paced, select teams have amazing talent, lots of opportunities for cross-team collaboration, great benefits package, above average compensation if you're a skilled specialist, stock options.
Cons
Some teams have a lot of recent college grads, who might have high technical skill but no real world experience.
It's a job, you have to show up and do the work :)Snap 2019-02-09 12:47 PST![Snap Logo]()
"A great place to get experience working in corporate security."
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RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Snap full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Excellent health insurance
Cash incentives for commuting/parking
Yearly raises/shift changes based on time with the company
Great team to work with
Full employee of the companyCons
Frequent management changes
Changes in policy due to management changesAdvice to Management
Listen to your officers when they explain security hazards/deficiencies. Officers in the field typically have a better understanding of what security functions are needed in their patrol area.
Snap 2019-02-01 16:05 PST![Snap Logo]()
"Best Benefits"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Snap full-time (More than a year)
Pros
Snap has the most incredible benefits. In the spring of 2018 I went out on Maternity leave and I felt so taken care of! Snap not only offered a free SNOO, but they provided on demand medical services through Maven where I could call any type of physician from home in matter of minutes. The health care options at Snap are top notch and they really care for you as if you are family. I was so fortunate to experience a pregnancy and maternity leave while at Snap.
Cons
None, Snap is a wonderful place to work. I couldn't be happier to return as a new mom!
Snap 2019-01-31 14:45 PSTHelpful (1)
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"I enjoyed my time there but it was time to move on"
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RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at Snap full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
- Great health benefits, 401k, RSUs
- Great co-workers (Santa Monica location)
- Great environmentCons
- Low pay (they tend to pay customer support agents lower than industry standard)
- No work/life balance; a ton of OT. You are expected to do the work of 5 people
- I ended up transferring to new location, but did not get a pay increase due to the cost of living in that area being 25% higher than Santa Monica
- San Francisco office (very unfriendly office - I felt like I was an outsider and was ignored by others there)
- I was unfairly passed up on a promotion because we didn't have enough people and I wasn't able to work on "special projects" and was stuck in customer support queues.Advice to Management
- Hire more people in support
- Hold employees accountable for the work they are expected to doSnap 2019-01-04 13:46 PSTHelpful (4)
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"Horrible experience in finance"
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Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDisapproves of CEOI have been working at Snap full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
Very good perks (snacks, meal, health insurance), cool beta testing, nice offices
Cons
Very hard to work and please manager. Sometimes I feel I am asked to do things to please people, instead of doing the right thing. If you oppose to their "ideas", they might start finding reasons to say you're not meeting expectations. Performance review methodology is flawed. The manager picks who to get feedback from and you have no control to even suggest any person.
Snap 2019-02-02 23:09 PSTHelpful (23)
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"Don't join. Sinking ship."
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEOI have been working at Snap full-time
Pros
Pays for your gym
Pays for your lasik (2000$)Cons
Don't ever join this team called MDP. If they call you for that team, stay far away. This team is filled with some of the most vicious people who will churn you out and beat you up.
The goal post change every week. There are many daily meetings and you need to be there even if there is nothing to contribute.
If you don't bother other people about things you are not trying hard enough.
Managers micro-manage you and ask you where you are.
Managers ask you to work over weekends.
Managers ask you to work late night.
If you deviate with what the manager says, you will pay dearly for it.Snap 2019-01-09 17:05 PST![Snap Logo]()
"Technical Recruiter"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at Snap (More than 3 years)
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+Amazing People/ Talent
+ Growth Opportunities
+ Innovative ProductCons
- Some disorganization due to the speed we operate
- Volatile market impacts stockAdvice to Management
Continue to invest in being transparent and growing/ investing in the careers of talented individuals here
Snap 2018-12-12 11:32 PST
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