Moat Reviews

Poor work culture here is why people ultimately leave: - No work/life balance. Strict about the 9-6 culture. Frowned upon if you leave before 6 but most don't leave till 7-7:30 or later as there's so much work to get done. - Management rather you use a PTO day than WFH. And if you want to WFH you're asked to give two weeks notice prior. - Noticeable divide/tension between those who have been with Moat for 2+ years vs. new comers. A bit cliquey. - Everything must be done "the Moat way". PowerPoint presentations and even everyday client emails are critiqued by management - makes you feel like you can't have your own voice. - I've come across a variety of managers who manage through fear. Works for some people but that's just not my cup of tea. - Below industry salaries I think most people love it or hate it here - there's no in-between. Those who love it have drinken the "Kool-aid" (a word I've heard used by a manager on many occasions) and really embrace "the Moat way" and stay for years. But then you have many others who get burnt out after six months and just want to hit their one year mark so they can start the job hunt.

The atmosphere is that of a silicon valley startup--brilliant people who only eat, drink, sleep, and breathe one thing: Moat. Moat is the only thing ever discussed in the office, even in the lunchroom. Drastically underpaid and under-titled relative to the industry, employees have a relentless workload that is not prioritized by management, who values volume over results. If you have diverse interests like fitness or dating or family beyond work, this is not the place for you. There are no sports teams or happy hours or any kind of culture to reward the long, intense hours. Your reward for working all day & night all week will be being stuck on emails all weekend while you barely cut rent and are told by management that you aren’t working enough. Even on PTO it is very frowned upon if you don't check your phone somewhat regularly (and keep in mind this is your phone and your data plan you're expected to be glued to, not a work phone given to you). Most current employees really don't mind any of this, as they are all in on Moat = Life.