One of the better companies I've worked for. - Engineer Bayer Employee Review

4.0
Mar 6, 2009
Recommend
Business Outlook

Pros

The work/life balance is favorable at the Seattle area site. Bayer's 401k contribution is one of the best I've seen - on par with Amgens. Bayer supports alternate transportation (free bus passes and shower/locker room for cyclist) and remote access from a home office. Bayer seems to be weathering the economic down turn better than most -- at least so far.

Cons

The health insurance is some of the most expensive I've seen anywhere. They aknowledge it and blame it on an older than average workforce.

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5.0
Jun 10, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Nice Benefit, Great People, Work-life Balance

Cons

Not any cons I can think of

3.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Better pay than other companies My team - full of hardworking and knowledgable individuals.

Cons

Leadership/Management - can be micromanaging at times and not a lot of guidance/resources being provided. Projects can change swiftly at Bayer, and most of the times there's no background context given. Work/life balance - asked to be "flexible" with schedule for last-minute requests, then criticized for having life/responsibilities outside of work. Also, these last minute requests reflect poor planning on management. Lack of team morale - seems like it's all work and not a lot of play. Burnout culture and not a lot of incentives to perform better.

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