Good teammates, but poor management and inconsistent policies - Data Engineer Fanatics Employee Review

2.0
Sep 9, 2025
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Pros

Good teammates, collaborative environment Decent projects with an updated tech stack Opportunities to learn new things Some flexibility in day-to-day work

Cons

HR and management often come across as inconsistent and unprofessional Policies (WFH, DTO, etc.) keep changing based on management’s convenience “Unlimited DTO” is misleading — U.S. employees use it freely, but India employees are discouraged or restricted, leading to exploitation DTO ends up being less than industry average, with no compensation for unused days Constant cost-cutting across the board IPO discussions have been ongoing for years without clarity or transparency

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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
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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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