Small company compensation with big company bureaucracy - Anonymous employee Moloco Employee Review

1.0
23 Oct 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Has a core product that generates enough revenue to fund decent perks and nice offices.

Cons

Lost it's competitive advantage and growth is slowing. Each attempt at diversifying the portfolio has resulted in unremarkable results. Management team believes they can do no wrong and never holds themselves accountable, Completely disconnected and clueless regarding how employees actually feel about them and their performance. People keep smiles on their face for a paycheck, but many are looking to jump ship after the bonus cycle.

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5.0
3 Apr 2026
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Pros

Learning curve, benefits, great product

Cons

Slow promotion path, essentially 80% are IC doing similar work

1.0
1 May 2026
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Pros

Competitive salary on par with companies like Google and Meta. The company is profitable relative to its size. Executive and leadership teams operate at a ‘rest-and-vest’ pace, so it's a good fit for those prioritizing titles and work-life balance over a fast-paced, high-output culture.

Cons

Senior leadership across go-to-market, product, and business functions lacks alignment and clear strategic direction, which has negatively impacted execution and overall company momentum and morale. Workload can be intense, with many competing priorities and limited clarity on what matters most. Employees who don’t align closely with the prevailing culture (Korean/Male) may find it difficult to be recognized or promoted.

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