Not as good as it seems - People of Color beware - Program Coordinator Okta Employee Review

3.0
Apr 29, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great perks and benefits for employees in the office. Unlimited PTO is great.

Cons

Everything else. Much of what is going on here in terms of DEI is performative because the company has continued to see success without addressing their shortcomings in this area. There are many employees not engaged in DEI best practices, including leaders. No clear processes around pay and promotions leaves women of color underpaid and overworked with less opportunity for advancement. In my experience on two different teams there is no clear career path leaving many people feeling confused and hopeless. Check out the state of inclusion report; despite the many sessions and trainings we have internally, Black representation at the company has barely increased over the last couple of years. Head of DIB is a huge roadblock to progress. Additionally, transparency is one of the core values but you won’t find much of that here. There’s an illusion of transparency being important but many leaders shy away from answering tough questions or having honest, transparent conversations.

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Cons

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Pros

Smart, talented, and supportive colleagues. Interesting products and the opportunity to work on technology that impacts many customers. Good work-life balance in most teams. Collaborative culture with opportunities to learn from experienced peers. Strong brand recognition and valuable experience for your resume

Cons

Cons Recognition is lacking, especially for individual contributors. Strong performance and consistent delivery do not necessarily translate into career advancement, promotions, or meaningful salary increases. Growth opportunities appear limited for ICs, while management roles seem to receive a greater share of advancement and compensation opportunities. After several years, many individual contributors may find themselves reaching a career plateau with few clear paths for progression. If career growth, promotion opportunities, and compensation advancement are important priorities, it may be worth evaluating other opportunities once you’ve gained experience here

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