A shadow of what it once was...which is sad to see. - Anonymous employee Cloudinary Employee Review

2.0
10 Nov 2023
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

A good base to the technology and an acceptable approach (not market leading) to work/life balance. Some good people stuck in roles they can't grow from.

Cons

The growth was once great but has now flatlined for 3 years. The business has reached a plateau and needs new senior leadership from outside to grow to the next level, but there's too much arrogance and fear of losing control to do anything about it. The exec team is run like an Israeli old boys club with WAY too much power in the hands of one person with little knowledge outside of his field. Decision-making is painfully slow for fear of missing out by getting it wrong. Investment in brand awareness is zero and marketing investment is scrutinized so heavily that most now shy away from even requesting $$'s to spend! In the meantime, the competition has raced ahead and the core capabilities of the platform have been commoditized. If you're an Israeli, you have a great chance to grow your career. If you're not, forget it.

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Cons

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Cons

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