Overall great place to work but not without its issues - Designer Ableton Employee Review

3.0
Jun 15, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Fantastic company overall with a vision that is worth standing behind. The people are fantastic and the overall work culture is really nice . The work is generally interesting and there tend to be opportunities for career growth

Cons

The organisation side is not the best and things can take a very long time to get done and the effort to get anything done is enormous. I know of many people who have been close to burnout because of the amount of work. It's also not very transparent in terms of salaries and roles and these are very uneven throughout the company

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5.0
Jun 5, 2025
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Pros

-Creative and engaging workplace, both remote and in office -Respectful and caring coworkers -Cohesive team that is dedicated and collaborative -Occasional events to share passion for music tech with local communities -Management that listens and responds with sincerity -Amazing benefits

Cons

-Limited to no upward mobility

2.0
Sep 20, 2024
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Pros

Excellent product, excellent colleagues - both best in the industry. The work can be enjoyable, and there is cultural cache to the brand which carries a lot of value when networking. Working on cool music stuff is rewarding (for a while) and creates a sense of pride.

Cons

The company has a unique culture that may not be for everyone, with a distinct leadership style and management structure. At times, there seems to be a misalignment in priorities between different departments, such as product development and commerce, as well as sales and marketing. The leadership team tends to maintain a consistent approach to decision-making, which some might view as resistant to more diverse perspectives. While the company strives for excellence and the employees often deliver outstanding work, compensation may not always reflect industry-leading standards, especially in light of inflation over the past few years. Although the company offers competitive benefits, some employees may feel that compensation has not kept pace with the increased cost of living. The leadership encourages a sense of gratitude for the opportunities and benefits provided, though the current economic climate and competitive job market have created a challenging environment for employees seeking more equitable compensation.

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