Generally very good. Beurocratic Issues - Member of Technical Staff II Venmo Employee Review

3.0
Aug 2, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Innovative Work Environment: innovative and dynamic work environment, where we often get to work on cutting-edge technologies in the fintech space. Passionate Teams: Teams at Venmo are passionate and dedicated, contributing to a positive work atmosphere. Work-Life Balance: Venmo has decent work-life balance, which is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Cons

Management and Leadership: There are absolutely challenges with management and leadership, describing them as cliquey and sometimes lacking deep engineering expertise. Career Growth: There can be limited opportunities for career advancement within Venmo, which can be a concern for those looking to grow rapidly in their careers. Integration with PayPal: As Venmo is owned by PayPal, there are occasional mentions of bureaucratic challenges and corporate politics affecting the workflow.

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Cons

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Pros

People care about the product immensely. Also, WFH 100% is really great as an option.

Cons

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