Not what I expected - Senior Design Director Silicon Valley Bank Employee Review

2.0
Apr 7, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Strong company culture that promotes collaboration, learning and growth. - Competitive compensation and benefits packages, including generous time off policies. - Emphasis on innovation and staying ahead of industry trends.

Cons

- The company's upper management lacks diversity, which presents challenges for diverse employees seeking career growth and advancement opportunities within the organization. - The fast-paced work environment can sometimes make it difficult for employees to fully understand the impact of their decisions on other departments and the company as a whole. - The company's processes are outdated and slow, leading to overlap and inefficiency. This lack of innovation can be frustrating for employees who are passionate about advancing the company's goals. - Employees have expressed concerns about the leadership team's transparency and honesty, which has resulted in a lack of trust and a negative impact on the overall company culture.

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5.0
Jun 9, 2026
Recommend
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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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