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It was fun while it lasted. This is now a "lifestyle" company with all the associated pros and cons

Software Development Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Zillow for less than 1 year
July 2, 2008
Seattle, Washington
2.0
Doesn't RecommendDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Great location, "9 to 5" work pace, co-workers generally very kind.

Cons

Schizophrenic management that lacks focus, a lack of trust in the judgment of subordinates, and a tendency to micromanage. Several high-level managers were incompetent and control freaks. Their bosses were unwilling or unable to recognize the problems and take corrective action before these people "poisoned" the company and the culture.

Advice to Management

Be more prepared to fire the dead weight. Trust the people you hire to do their job on their own, or boot them out the door. Don't bury your head in the sand when your entire team comes to you with the same problem.

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