Great for independent thinkers, challenging for those who prefer structure and stability
Arbeitsatmosphäre
Company is fully remote, which means you have a lot of flexibility, independence and ownership. Considering it is quite a small company, you might have things thrown at you that are not necessarily in your job description. Also, it is very agile, so priorities can change 180 from one day to the next. Through hackweeks, workshops, and other platforms everyone is given opportunity to share ideas, step out of their box, and contribute to the cause beyond their immediate role. It is great, if you want to broaden your experience, as you can get a close hands-on look into various domains and enjoy a variety of tasks.
Might be distracting and disturbing if you prefer more hands-on management, clarity and structure.
Kommunikation
There is a healthy need-to-know in place, but overall there are no strict hierarchies in communications. Everyone is able to speak up, and execs/leadership always take personal time and effort to directly answer all questions and inquiries.
Kollegenzusammenhalt
Due to remote nature, building networks and relationships requires some active effort, but it is a relatively small company so you get to know everyone to some extent quite fast. Colleagues are generally friendly and very helpful. Regardless the seniority level, whoever I reach out to, they typically make their best effort to assist or provide direction.
Work-Life-Balance
Fully remote, and the company lives by it. There is no strict time tracking or micromanagement. Managers generally trust their employees. As long as you dont abuse your rights and get your work done, noone really cares how you manage your time. Sick leaves, parental leaves and holidays are as per regulations - you take what you need/when you need it, but you are expected to manage your responsibilities and deliverables around it.
While work is generally restricted to a certain country, every employee can take 2-3 months workation/year abroad, which is a nice extension to PTO, for visiting family and such.
Vorgesetztenverhalten
Last couple years where turbulent and company underwent a lot of organisational changes, but the leadership seems to have settled into a promising set up. There are less open disagreements, and they seem to all be looking same direction now.
Interessante Aufgaben
Company is in a fast-paced highly dynamic industry, which requires constant adaptation, so you always have to work on new features and topics.
Employees are generally experienced and relatively senior. I.e. you are typically expected to own a certain domain, and based on your competences, there is a lot of freedom and opportunity to shape and drive your role the direction you find interesting and relevant. You will be given tasks or expectations, but how you get it done is generally up to you, and you can always come forward with ideas and suggestions of your own.
Gleichberechtigung
Genuinely openminded and tolerant. Promotions are generally based on willingness to own, competences and contributions. I never noticed any skew or discrimination based on views or demographics.
HR is taking active measures to minimise any pay gaps. There is annual performance based salary review, so it is partially up to you to own your contributions and fight for your interests.
Arbeitsbedingungen
Company provides a subsidy for new employees, to set up the home-office. Some locations offer office-spaces for coworking. Hardware is top-notch.
Gehalt/Sozialleistungen
Competitive salary at market standard.
Company offers annual performance based salary raise and occasional incentive bonuses to selected individuals.
Karriere/Weiterbildung
Many opportunities for personal/professional growth. Plenty of internal promotions. Access to online courses and learning platforms.
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Arbeitgeber-Kommentar
Dear Jimdoer,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review! It’s great to hear that you appreciate the flexibility, ownership, and opportunities for growth that come with working at Jimdo. We also understand that agility and autonomy can be a challenge for those who prefer more structure, and we’re always looking for ways to balance flexibility with clear communication and support. Feedback like yours helps us continuously improve, so we really appreciate your insights. Keep rocking!!