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Worst Job I've Had, in the Worst Company I've Worked For - Anonymous employee Zoom Communications Employee Review

1.0
Jan 27, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Pay and benefits are competitive, despite benefits and perks being chipped away over the past couple of years

Cons

The company is run like a dictatorship, with everyone running scared of Eric, including the "yes men (and women)" that Eric has surrounded himself with. Many companies put profits before their people, but Zoom does so at the same time it claims to "care" for its employees. It is a toxic culture. Zoom was once a great place to work, but not anymore, at least not for those in support roles. Don't believe the positive press you might read about working at Zoom - the company does a masterful job of controlling the narrative outside its walls. It's an awful place to work and it seems to be getting worse.

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flexible hours, reasonable deadlines. good pay.

Cons

Long hours and not as fast paced.

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Zoom Communications Response
3w
It’s great to hear that you value the flexible hours, reasonable deadlines, and competitive compensation. We appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective and your continued dedication as a member of the Zoom team.
3.0
Apr 12, 2026
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Pros

Native C++ client Bar is low for being a domain expert - knowledge the average Silicon Valley engineer should have is somehow in short supply there, so it's easier to stand out Pay was OK, while it lasted

Cons

Repeated rounds of layoffs, with departed colleagues' work being heaped on those remaining, left everyone miserable and stressed and just waiting for when our turn is next. My boss actually announced development was shifting to "startup mode", and when I asked if that means more upside or flexibility or equity or any of the other reasons you may choose a startup over a large established company, the answer was, "no, just more work" (!?!) Serious culture and power divide between overseas and California based development teams. Zero career growth investment in employees; no training or conferences except those offered by Zoom. Fired entire DEI team CEO attended Melania's movie premier

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Zoom Communications Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your experience and perspective. We understand how changes in leadership and hiring approaches can significantly impact team dynamics and overall culture. Your feedback highlights the importance of internal mobility, leadership alignment, and ensuring that employee voices are heard across regions. We appreciate you taking the time to provide such detailed and candid feedback, and we appreciate the positives you found during your time. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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