Does Kernel pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kernel employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kernel. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Kernel?

73% of Kernel employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Kernel 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Kernel?

Research Scientist (3) , Engineer (2)

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

"Brilliant colleagues from many fields of science and engineering, from the top labs and companies in the world, working as a tight" ((in 5 reviews)); "Amazing people and technology and culture" ((in 4 reviews)); "The company's CEO is an amazing human being." ((in 3 reviews)); "These are the most brilliant people I've ever worked with." ((in 3 reviews)); "Competitive benefits" ((in 3 reviews))

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

"Long hours (this company is not for you if you aren't willing to put work first)" ((in 3 reviews)); "low salary and no bonuses." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Kernel layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Kernel locations?

Los Angeles , Culver City , Venice , Nyack

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Young Minded "Managers" - Anonymous employee Kernel Employee Review

2.0

Sep 14, 2022

Anonymous employee

Former employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Don't know who they are.

Cons

CEO is surrounded by egos. reminds me of the game of thrones. Managers don't know how to manage.

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5.0

Sep 18, 2025

Test engineer

Former employee, more than 1 year

Los Angeles, CA

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Amazing people and technology and culture

Cons

Bad financial decisions ruptured growth

5.0

Jan 14, 2025

Anonymous employee

Current employee, less than 1 year

Los Angeles, CA

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible hours and good guidance

Cons

Low salary and low curve of learning

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Jobs at Kernel

2 jobs in United States

Production Technician

Recruitment Associate - Early Careers

Kernel reviews FAQs

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kernel employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kernel. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.
73% of Kernel employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Kernel 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.
The top reviewed jobs include
Research Scientist(3) ;
Engineer(2) .
Users say... "Brilliant colleagues from many fields of science and engineering, from the top labs and companies in the world, working as a tight" "Amazing people and technology and culture" "The company's CEO is an amazing human being." "These are the most brilliant people I've ever worked with." "Competitive benefits"
Users say... "Long hours (this company is not for you if you aren't willing to put work first)" "low salary and no bonuses."
Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Kernel layoffs and their outlook for job security at Kernel in 2026.

Related searches: Kernel jobs | Kernel salaries | Kernel benefits | Kernel interviews

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Kernel reviews FAQs

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Kernel employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Kernel. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.
73% of Kernel employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Kernel 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.
The top reviewed jobs include
Research Scientist(3) ;
Engineer(2) .
Users say... "Brilliant colleagues from many fields of science and engineering, from the top labs and companies in the world, working as a tight" "Amazing people and technology and culture" "The company's CEO is an amazing human being." "These are the most brilliant people I've ever worked with." "Competitive benefits"
Users say... "Long hours (this company is not for you if you aren't willing to put work first)" "low salary and no bonuses."
Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Kernel layoffs and their outlook for job security at Kernel in 2026.

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