Bloated unqualified management - Software Engineer Semrush Employee Review

1.0
Aug 28, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Developers, Analysts, and Designers are very nice to talk to

Cons

Constant hiring freezes, stock bonuses are so low it feels like an insult. New CEO is so old, not sure if he ever tried Chatgpt at all. CIO is just a fake "AI expert" without education, experience or any relevant background. CPO never speaks to a real customer, living in his dreams. Director of Analytics is a marketing specialist. Finance is just a pure mess. There are very smart and talented employees with relevant education and background, but they are mostly ignored.

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Semrush Response
10mo
Dear Sender, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. While we recognize that your review includes personal perspectives, we want to assure you that our leadership team brings strong, relevant experience and expertise to the company. The results speak for themselves—Semrush continues to grow rapidly, and we remain confident in our direction and future. 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

There's a lot to learn, which isn't a con - but something good to know.

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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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