Great compensation and supportive coworkers, but poor culture - Engineering Manager Navan Employee Review

2.0
24 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

- Competitive total compensation. - Talented and supportive coworkers. The people are by far the best part of the company and one of the main reasons employees stay.

Cons

- Poor work-life balance. The workload is heavy, expectations are constantly high, and the pace is relentless. Burnout is a real risk. - Little to no focus on employee well-being, at the Israel site. Employees often feel unheard and invisible. - HR appears disconnected from employees and does not effectively address concerns or recurring feedback. Employee satisfaction does not seem to be a priority. - There is very little investment in culture, team events, or the overall employee experience. The focus is almost entirely on execution and output. - Workplace initiatives and office experience often feel driven by cost-cutting and convenience rather than by creating a positive environment for employees. Even small things that could improve morale seem to receive little attention or investment. - Support functions and office operations feel reactive rather than proactive, with limited effort put into building a strong culture or improving employees' day-to-day experience. - It often feels like management is relying on the fact that the company has great people, rather than actively investing in retaining them.

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3.0
18 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Competitive compensation and strong benefits package. The coworkers and frontline teams are one of the company’s greatest strengths many are incredibly hardworking, supportive, and committed to helping both customers and teammates succeed.

Cons

Significant operational gaps continue to impact efficiency and employee experience. Reporting systems and workforce planning frequently feel disconnected from the realities of day-to-day operations. Employees and leaders are often expected to be accountable for metrics without reliable reporting or clear guidance on how those metrics are measured. Workload distribution can feel inconsistent, creating an environment where some teams and managers become overextended while others are underutilized. This contributes to burnout, frustration, and a lack of confidence in operational decision-making.

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