Horrible Culture, Terrible Management - Data Scientist Blend360 Employee Review

1.0
17 Oct 2023
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Pros

Some of the colleagues are a joy to work with

Cons

Working at this company was quite an experience, and I feel it's important to share my observations: Compensation: The pay scale here is considerably lower, with salaries falling 30-40% below the market average. Projects: Many of the projects I worked on were far from exciting and often involved tasks that were a far cry from data science, frequently becoming mundane Excel-based assignments. Job Titles: The company has a habit of inflating job titles, which doesn't always accurately reflect the actual roles and responsibilities. Management: Unfortunately, there's a noticeable issue with middle management. Many of these managers seemed ill-equipped to handle people management and they consistently prioritizing the company's interests over employee well-being. Diversity: While there's a significant number of employees from Asian countries, it appears the company hires individuals from countries with complex green card processes. They sponsor green card applications but offer considerably lower salaries to these employees, basically taking them hostage. Integrity and Fake Reviews: Following layoffs in 2023, there is a barrage of fake reviews on Glassdoor. A sudden influx of 23 5-star reviews, all posted within a two-day span from October 4 to 6, is definitely orchestrated rather than a genuine feedback. Management Competence: The upper management team often displayed a lack of experience, making hasty and sometimes amateurish decisions. Their recent focus on AI is of note, as it seems they don't fully understand what AI entails. Job Security: Job security is precarious, and many non-managerial employees feel undervalued and unappreciated. There's gonna be a mass exodus in the near future. Benefits: The benefits package is minimal, with basic health insurance that imposed substantial out-of-pocket costs for routine medical check-ups. Workplace Culture: The office culture is tainted by politics and self-promotion, creating a less-than-ideal working environment. Micromanagement is a recurring theme, and at times, employees are even restricted from choosing the font for a presentation. All these factors contributes to a widespread lack of job satisfaction and a feeling of insecurity among employees. If you're contemplating joining this company, it's essential to consider these aspects.

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Blend360 Response
2y
We are sorry to hear you have had a bad experience; that is not what we would have hoped for. We want all of our team members to feel great about Blend and to enjoy their work. It appears you are a current employee, I encourage you to reach out to a senior manager to discuss these issues or engage@blend360.com. In the meantime, we have taken note of your feedback and will use it to get better. We hope you can find a good spot for your career.

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Cons

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5.0
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Pros

Honestly, the thing I didn't expect was how much people here actually want to help you succeed. I've reached out to colleagues across teams and time zones since starting and everyone has been warm, generous with their time, and genuinely invested in making sure I'm set up well. That's not nothing. The work is interesting and the timing feels right. Being in the AI and data space right now means there's real energy behind what the company is doing, and you feel that in the day-to-day. Leadership communicates in a way that actually feels personal, which I appreciate more than I expected to. The team I'm on is collaborative and thoughtful, and there's an obvious effort to build culture on purpose rather than just hope it happens. Company events and internal programming feel considered, not like checkbox exercises.

Cons

Being globally distributed is genuinely great in a lot of ways, but coordinating across time zones takes real effort and you have to be intentional about building relationships remotely. Not a dealbreaker, just something to go in with eyes open about. Some processes are still developing, which makes sense for a growing company. If you like building and figuring things out, you'll be fine. If you need a lot of structure from day one, expect a bit of a ramp.

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Blend360 Response
3mo
It’s wonderful to hear that the intentional culture we’re building at Blend360 has made such a positive impact during your first year. We truly believe our people are our greatest strength, and I’m glad you’ve felt that support across teams and time zones. We appreciate your perspective on the 'intentionality' required for a global, remote-first team. We are committed to continuing to make space for those genuine connections as we grow.
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