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Personal growth company

Director of Engineering
Current Employee
Has worked at Shopify for 4 years
September 15, 2021
Toronto, Ontario
5.0
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Lots of personal and professional growth opportunity.

Growth company.

Company leadership is accessible and teaches mindsets and approaches that apply in personal life and professional life.

Good health and wellness benefits, including mindfulness and fitness classes.

Access to coaching.

Strong compensation package, valuable equity, and a company that invests in employees.

Fully remote.

Best job I've had for work/life balance.

Cons
  • Shifting priorities as the commerce market is rapidly changing can be challenging for some people.
  • This is not the place for your pet project, as the company is very focused on impact.
  • Change will continue as the company grows and matures. Shopify 5 years from now will not be Shopify of today.
Advice to Management

Continue to reward based on impact. Maintaining core values will be vitally important as the company continues to grow, with thousands of new people joining every year. Keep from becoming process-heavy, as many large companies do, to keep the rebel mentality.

Additional Ratings

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

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