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International Team and Strong Perks, Held Back by Bureaucracy

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Rakuten for 9 years
September 7, 2025
Tokyo, Japan
4.0
Pros

Supportive, respected, diverse teams. English-friendly environment. Tokyo perks.

Cons

Bureaucratic, hierarchical, micromanagement, slow innovation, and outdated tech in some teams.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
5.0
Culture and Values
5.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
2.0
Senior Management
3.0

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