Does Alibaba Group pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Alibaba Group employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Alibaba Group. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Alibaba Group?

62% of Alibaba Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Alibaba Group 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Alibaba Group?

Software Engineer (173) , Senior Software Engineer (88) , Product Manager (65) , Intern (40) , Manager (34) , Account Manager (33) , Senior Product Manager (30) , Algorithm Engineer (28) , Project Manager (25) , Business Development Manager (23) , Software Developer (23) , Senior Algorithm Engineer (22) , Internship (21) , Data Scientist (20) , Research Intern (18)

What are the pros of working at Alibaba Group according to real employee reviews?

"Team is good but salaries" ((in 171 reviews)); "3. Friendly colleagues working together." ((in 91 reviews)); "it provide good working environment" ((in 81 reviews)); "Most people are nice and fun to work with" ((in 76 reviews)); "Good culture and people to work with" ((in 65 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Alibaba Group according to real employee reviews?

"chinese cultural and no work life balance" ((in 106 reviews)); "Extended working hours" ((in 75 reviews)); "Bad management and poor booses" ((in 38 reviews)); "Long hours and irregular ot" ((in 32 reviews)); "The pace of work is fast and the pressure is high" ((in 28 reviews))

What are employees saying about Alibaba Group layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Alibaba Group layoffs and their outlook for job security at Alibaba Group in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Alibaba Group locations?

New York , Sunnyvale , San Mateo , China , Los Angeles , Seattle , Bellevue , China Grove , San Francisco , San Jose , Washington , Houston , Berkeley , Saint Louis , Pasadena , Palo Alto , Santa Clara , Pittsburgh , Charlotte C H , China , Perth Amboy , Syracuse , Chicago , Evanston , Fairfax , Malverne , Nebraska City , Charlotte , Abilene , China

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Alibaba Group

Alibaba Group reviews

3.7

62% would recommend to a friend

(1,982 total reviews)

Daniel Yong Zhang

63% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.7

Career opportunities

3.4

Culture & values

3.3

Diversity & inclusion

3.1

Work/Life balance

3.1

Senior management

Alibaba Group has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,982 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Alibaba Group employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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Reviews by job title

2K reviews

4.0

Oct 21, 2024

Data Analyst

Data analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Great work culture - Autonomy at work - Collaboration across functions and projects

Cons

- Longer working hours at time

4.0

Oct 21, 2024

Alibaba: A Digital Giant with Room to Grow

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Massive User Base: Alibaba boasts a massive user base, particularly in China, giving it an unparalleled advantage in terms of market reach and data. Diverse Business Model: Beyond e-commerce, Alibaba has diversified into cloud computing, fintech, and artificial intelligence, creating a robust ecosystem. Innovation: The company has consistently introduced innovative products and services, such as Alipay and Taobao, shaping the future of commerce. Global Expansion: Alibaba has successfully expanded its operations beyond China, becoming a major player in global e-commerce.

Cons

Regulatory Challenges: Alibaba has faced increasing regulatory scrutiny in China, leading to antitrust investigations and fines. Competition: The e-commerce landscape is highly competitive, with rivals such as Amazon and JD.com posing significant challenges. Dependency on China: While China is a massive market, over-reliance on the domestic market can expose Alibaba to economic fluctuations in China. Data Privacy Concerns: As a data-driven company, Alibaba has faced concerns about data privacy and security.

4.0

Oct 17, 2024

Good company with high salary and high workload

Senior mobile developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

1.Offers salaries above the market average. 2.Good career growth opportunities, with a straightforward and simple company culture. 3.Great working environment, including a fitness room, cafeteria, and even a private park.

Cons

1.Poor work-life balance, with heavy workloads and long hours. 2.Tight deadlines: requirements involving about 10 people are expected to go live in 1-2 weeks, while large cross-team projects are often pushed for a one-month timeline. 3.Lack of focus on technology, with stability and maintainability often sacrificed for urgent deadlines.

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