More people managing projects than people doing actual work and producing deliverables - Software Engineer Fanatics Employee Review

2.0
May 18, 2024
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Pros

At Fanatics Collectibles, some top-level management are knowledgeable, roll their sleeves to produce meaningful work, and demonstrate real leadership.

Cons

- There are serious concerns about the effectiveness and competence of the CFO and some high-level leaders, raising questions about their continued roles within the organization. - The equity refresh plan has not met expectations. Candidates were promised during the hiring process of an annual equity refresh, but this has not been implemented as promised. - There are issues with HR's communication and transparency. The Chief People Officer is rarely heard from, and plans are often executed without clear explanations. HR seems to adopt strategies from larger corporations without considering their suitability for our company. - The company tends to hire a significant number of former consultants, which seems to come at the expense of bringing in talent focused on producing tangible deliverables. These consultants often prioritize organizing large meetings and creating presentations instead of producing actual deliverables.

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

Part of Fanatics Betting and Gaming -Work/Life Balance: managers really stress keeping good work/life balance. When I told mine that I had to work a couple extra hours to finish something before a sprint they told me to take another couple hours off during the next week or so. Also, half-day Fridays in the summer! -Remote work. -Smart, driven developers. -Good benefits package.

Cons

-A bit of a start-up nature causes some odd, sporadic development blockers. Not a big enough deal, but can be an annoyance.

5.0
Jun 26, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

This is specifically for Fanatics Betting and Gaming (FBG), as I can't speak on the other lines of business. - autonomous work with the freedom to really put your stamp on projects - minimal red tape, allowing you to execute and move swiftly - full remote culture, with the expectation to respect employee calendars - stability- the company is careful not to overhire and retain its employees - the people- despite being remote, I feel close to my team and work around people who really believe in the mission and products we provide

Cons

- Remote work is not for everyone. If you aren't letting management know what you are working on, it can sometimes slip through the cracks. - Full autonomy is a double edge sword. It's fantastic for those who feel like their work is often hindered by unnecessary red tape, but it can be a struggle for those who work better with a set structure and routine. - Technology has been improving and the commitment to leveraging AI tools is encouraging, but there is still a bit of manual work still that can lead to human error. - benefits and pay are fair here, but you have to dig a bit to fully utilize all the benefits we have.

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