Worst experience in 10+ years in the industry - Software Engineer Semrush Employee Review

1.0
Jul 8, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

- Modern office, nothing extra, but looks good, with a coffee machine, snacks, etc. - Of course, there were good, nice people too.

Cons

- Fired in one day, without explanation - when I asked, what the reasons, they said "all very bad" and what I'm not focused enough - But I have a minor mental disorder and which I mentioned before getting hired on the final interview call with the team. - And I completed all the assigned tasks on time - CTO said what they will send me a full description of reasons, an explanation and a feedback - No one sent anything, even after I asked a couple of times. Total ghosting - But they locked my working mac remotely within an hour - then the humiliating extraction of personal files from a locked mac in the security department - Most of the team members were arrogant, but the PM was also toxic, using phrases like, "I'm not pressuring you" when in fact he was pressuring me in personal calls. - So their DEI, "we are not a company, but a family", "friendly team" - it's all a lie, people are just numbers for them. - Office - toxic positivity messed with casual toxicity, arrogance and paranoia - A lot of bureaucracy related to goals of the team, teamwork itself, equipment, internal courses, etc. - Totally unproductive workflow: as software engineer I spent an average 8-12 hours per week for team and internal courses calls, up to 21 hours of top record. - And the salary is below the market average

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Semrush Response
1y
Dear Sender, We understand that parting ways with an employer is not always a pleasant event. Emotions at such a moment do not always allow an accurate reflection of what is really happening. We wish you the best of luck on your further journey! Yours, the Semrush Team

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5.0
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Pros

Very thorough onboarding and enablement process. Great culture and people. Excellent company & team communication.

Cons

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Semrush Response
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Dear Colleague, We're so glad you're enjoying your time with us! Looking forward to seeing your continued growth at Semrush. Yours, the Semrush Team
1.0
Jul 18, 2026
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Pros

None, get ready to be micro managed and have unobtainable quotas.

Cons

Management is clueless on how to run a channel program. US team is run like a college frat with condescending management. No official PIP, they will invite you to a meeting with HR and fire you.

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Semrush Response
2d
Dear Sender, We're sorry to hear that your experience with us didn't meet your expectations. We recognize that developing and scaling a successful channel program comes with challenges, which is why we invest in hiring experienced specialists for these roles. As with any performance-driven position, managers may ask questions, provide guidance, and regularly review progress to help teams stay aligned with business goals. We understand that these interactions can be perceived differently depending on individual experiences. We appreciate your perspective and wish you all the best in your future career. Yours, the Semrush Team
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