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Good work-life balance, but so-so career opportunities

Software Engineering Manager
Current Employee
Has worked at Expedia Group for 4 years
January 11, 2017
Seattle, Washington
3.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Generally supportive management (will work with you on career development). Good work-life balance. Collaborative culture. Experimental and open tech culture. You can try new tech out, measure, and roll things out.

Cons

There are far too many Sr. and Director-level employees. This prevents capable, lower-tier talent from growing upwards.

Cronysim is present in some tech orgs. Doing a great job and having superior results won't help you if a different boss' favorite is also up for promotion.

Some teams avoid having tough conversations around poor tech decisions. This can impact high performers, who can feel they are not heard or respected.

Advice to Management

Clear out poor-performing Directors and Managers and streamline abilities for top talent to rise.

Consider increasing total compensation on the tech side to remain competitive with top tech companies.

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