Adyen reviews

3.7

74% would recommend to a friend

(908 total reviews)
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Pieter van der Does

82% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Adyen has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 908 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Adyen employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financeiro industry (3.6 stars).

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908 reviews
1.0
Mar 13, 2024
Recommend
Business Outlook

Pros

* Free lunch * Pretty cool colleagues * Friday Beers

Cons

I had high expectations when I joined Adyen, hearing it was one of the most amazing companies to work for. However, my experience turned out to be a disappointment. While I admire the C-Level executives for their motivation, my interaction with middle management was nothing short of frustrating. At Adyen, there seems to be an emphasis on visibility rather than the actual value an employee brings to the table. Despite the inspiring leadership at the top, the middle management tier appears ineffective. It feels as though there's a significant gap between the frontline workers and those in managerial positions. If the C-Level executives were more aware of the realities on the ground, I believe a significant portion of middle management would be replaced. One of the most disheartening aspects is the promotion process, which seems to be driven solely by politics rather than merit. As an engineer, it's particularly challenging as your manager often takes credit for the work you've done. This creates a toxic environment where ambition is stifled, and individual contributions are undervalued. Overall, Adyen may not be the best fit for individuals with high ambitions. The company culture can be demoralizing, gradually breaking down employees until they feel like mere shells of their former selves. If you're looking for a workplace where your efforts are truly recognized and rewarded based on merit, Adyen may not be the ideal choice.

1.0
Jun 2, 2024

Discrimination and bullying without any action

Anonymous employee
Recommend
Business Outlook

Pros

Used to be a good company to work for 1 year ago

Cons

Almost all women who came back from approved maternity leave either were offered severance or offered a lower role. Most of them had to sign NDAs so they can get some severance to take care of their families. Anyone who has an opinion disappears from the company in days. Worst culture. If I could give it 0 or negative, I would. No one outside of adyen knows or cares about Adyen, so jobs post adyen are so bleak. You will be stuck here, as know one outside will care about the experience you gained here.

1.0
Jul 15, 2023

Widespread toxic politics

Anonymous employee
Recommend
Business Outlook

Pros

Trips to Amsterdam, free lunch

Cons

The Adyen culture that was once revered has disappeared, making way for a corporate atmosphere fueled by the company's rapid growth. Regrettably, the introduction of power-hungry leaders from outside has led to a prioritization of their own interests, disregarding the well-being of the employees. This has resulted in a pervasive toxic political environment and a heightened tendency to assign blame. The days when senior management set an example and supported employees to deliver excellent service to merchants are now gone. Existing employees experience minimal to no professional growth, as the focus has shifted predominantly towards external leaders who, ironically, often lack experience in their respective domains. Moreover, external hires receive higher compensation compared to existing employees, exacerbating the sense of inequity. It is disheartening to see senior managers taking credit for the hard work of their subordinates while expecting them to work tirelessly. Prepare yourself for an exhausting work environment where the workload can be overwhelming, while senior managers reap the rewards of your efforts, and sacrifice you for your mistakes.

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