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      Silicon Valley Bank

      Acquired by First Citizens Bank

      Engaged Employer

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      Just don't - Analyst Silicon Valley Bank Employee Review

      1.0
      Oct 17, 2017
      Analyst
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      -Stepping stone to a better career.

      Cons

      -Lack of advancement -Hectic aka meaning do all the work with no recognition or advancement -Low morale across all teams -Management lies such as you will be promoted yet when the time comes, a lackluster excuse is made -Becoming a "big bank" mentality -New hires come in at a higher position then you, some are warranted, many are not -Extreme lack of diversity, female leadership, and minority female leadership is few and far between -Management to "busy" to mentor, share knowledge, or even help with issues -Spoiled workers who expect everything. ex: "no milk for my free cereal!" "we only get lower level tickets not in the dugout!" -Tenured workers are leaving in droves and taking that knowledge with them leaving departments disabled -Temp/contractor workers for 1-4 years? don't consider that temporary

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      Like all companies, SVB is continuing to evolve to better serve our clients, the companies at the heart of the rapidly-changing innovation economy. We need to keep pace with that change, but we will do it while holding on to the values that have served us so well. Our employees are some of the most passionate and enterprising people in banking. We want them to be successful at SVB and grow their careers here – and help SVB continue to evolve. We are committed to providing our people with the work environment, the resources and the tools necessary to help them do that. - Chris Edmonds-Waters

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      5.0
      Jun 9, 2026
      Principal engineering manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      - Great Pay - Great People

      Cons

      - Post FCB Migration - Things have slowed down

      1.0
      Mar 31, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Pre-2023, excellent culture and team environment, strong compensation and bonuses, and generous budgets that supported employees well.

      Cons

      Since the 2023 bankruptcy, the company has struggled to regain its identity. There has been significant turnover in senior leadership, and much of the experienced management team has departed. This has led to inconsistent direction, frequent misalignment between leadership messaging and execution, and a noticeable decline in employee confidence. Compensation, bonuses, and career progression opportunities have become less competitive, and overall employee support has diminished. The organization now feels more like a rebranded extension of First Citizens rather than the distinct institution it once was. There is also an over-layering of management, with too many overlapping roles and unclear accountability, which slows decision-making and creates unnecessary complexity. Finally, the company has lost much of its competitive edge post-2023, with ongoing client attrition and reputational challenges that employees are left to address without clear strategic direction.

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