Unfortunately, a sinking ship
Unfortunately, a sinking ship
- Opportunity to learn
- You can make an impact
Groupon's business model is not sustainable and it is outdated.
The Dublin office is the worst office I have ever worked in: dirty toilets, leaking pipes, and a non-working ventilation system. There is a lack of meeting rooms, and as a result, the open space is extremely noisy.
The tech stack is bizarre. It is mostly in-house built solutions without proper documentation.
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