An ok place to work - Senior Software Engineer Kraken Employee Review

3.0
7 Jun 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- You have autonomy in your role. - The organization appears to have a well-structured framework. - There are numerous opportunities for learning and development.

Cons

- There seems to be a tendency for excessive self-promotion, which may suggest underlying issues. - There is a lack of transparency regarding salaries and responsibilities. Discussions about compensation are strongly discouraged, raising concerns about potential undisclosed issues.

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Kraken Response
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Hi there, Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us, we truly appreciate it! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the autonomy and the opportunities for learning and development. It's important to us that our employees feel empowered and supported in their growth. I'm sorry to hear that you wouldn't currently recommend us as a place to work. Your feedback on compensation is valuable, and we've been making efforts to ensure our pay is fair and aligned with our career framework. We are committed to fostering open and effective discussions about compensation, and we want every employee to feel comfortable bringing up any concerns. If you feel that these conversations have been discouraged, I encourage you to reach out to your leader or directly to me. Your input helps us improve, so if you have any further feedback or questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. Thank you! Matt Norell matt.norell@kraken.etch

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