New York Times reviews

NYT doesn't compete on pay on the tech side at all. They are stingy with raises once you're in as well so you need to negotiate hard when you're coming on. Because of this turnover is high and they have a hard time filling vacant roles. A lot of knowledge ends up getting lost and people get overworked filling in for those roles (sometimes in perpetuity) for no additional compensation. They don't have to compete for editorial talent so they think they don't have to compete at all, but the truth is it's not a top tech company and they're going to have a hard time retaining any top talent in that area with the way they treat employees. I don't think people expect them necessarily to be able to compete dollar for dollar with some of the biggest competition but they could certainly pay more than they do and do a lot more to make it worthwhile in other ways. Their other benefits don't even begin to make up for the gaps either. Engineers end up getting just as overworked as they would at a FAANG or startup, leadership is pretty bad and stupidly top heavy, many bosses are abusive, the healthcare is expensive, the vacation time is nothing to write home about, and the office politics are insane. Plus they're demanding everyone go back to in person work. Preaching "mission" at people can only take you so far. Leadership is hit or miss - a lot of bad on the business and tech sides. Reorgs every few months, bad planning, creating lots of unnecessary work.

You can't advance here and the pay is horrible, remember this is publishing. Learn what you need, gain the connections you need, then leave. You can't have a true career. You can have a job, however. The VP of ADV Mereidth has brought in so many ken and barbie dolls from competitors that i can't even take this place seriously. She lays off everyone and brings in her old team from Forbes. So many politics at this place, extreme lack of communication. No one (even leadership) knows whats going on, ever. Poor poor leadership. Everyone seems to be interviewing elsewhere. Come if you need a resume booster because we can't deny, the name is strong and will open many doors. Just know youll have to put in your time and create your exit strategy Day 1. Dont be surprised if you come in and are fired few months down the line. It happens.