Nothing herese - Senior Software Engineer Raka Employee Review

- Supportive, Accessible Leadership – They are open to new ideas and solutions that align with our core values. - Dynamic, Fast-Paced Environment – It’s work, but it’s the kind of work that keeps you engaged and excited. - Flexible Hybrid Schedule – Achieve a great work-life balance—work where and when it fits best for you. - Authentic Culture – Every voice is heard here. Our flat structure means no room for egos—just real collaboration. - Live Our Values – Above all, be human. We lead with empathy and respect in everything we do. - Engaged Team Activities – From Culture Club to MasterChef cook-offs and group lunches, there’s always something fun to be a part of. - Top-notch Office Perks – Standing desks, a fully stocked kitchen, snacks, pool, basketball, and a seltzer fridge. It’s a workspace built for comfort and creativity. - Pet-Friendly Office – Bring your emotional support animal to work—our office is always open to your furry friends. - Comprehensive Benefits for a Small Company – They invest in our team because they truly care about your well-being. - Plenty of Free Parking – No hassle, no stress. Just park and go.

- Workloads Vary (It’s the nature of agency life!)

You're surrounded by smart people who for the most part are talented and good at what they do. Work from home flexibility. Dogs in the office!

From day one there were plenty of red flags. New hires are thrown to the wolves with very little training. It was less than two weeks before I was client facing and had a full plate of work. My manager was clearly stretched thin and too stressed to offer helpful support. There was major turnover during my short time with the company, it seemed like someone left every other week. The owners were slow to hire replacements which led to many people taking on the work of others for extended periods of time. Employee moral was very low due to high workloads and bad management. The team of directors is very cliquey and clearly play favorites which alienates certain team members. The biggest red flag is that management never took responsibility for their role in the chaos and would gaslight employees when concerns were brought up to make it seem like they were the problem. I for one struggled due to lack of training and on boarding but was told it was all on me and wasn't given a clear path towards improvement. Please be aware this is the not the happy place that's portrayed on their website for new hires. If you can handle high stress, lack of recognition, and toxic coworkers you can succeed here but it comes at a major cost.