Managers in their own world - Anonymous employee GitLab Employee Review

2.0
9 Jan 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Most of the ICs at GitLab are great people who want to help.

Cons

Almost all of the managers are career-obsessed and only care about looking good for their manager. The talent assessment process has no back-and-forth with the ICs and holds no relation to the real world. Sid also trying to overhaul the company culture by changing the values without due process from general team members speaks highly to the value they have for everyone's opinion. I would be shocked if GitLab was still a nice place to work at by next year.

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Pros

Best company I've ever worked for. Strong culture, great leadership, competitive compensation, excellent work life balance, and a genuine focus on employee well being and career growth.

Cons

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Pros

OK pay or benefits in the market. Fully remote. Still is trying to frame itself as a big player.

Cons

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