Innovative Tech Environment with Strong Growth Opportunities - Anonymous employee Chess.com Employee Review

5.0
14 Mar 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

* Exceptional work culture that promotes employee development * High degree of ownership and autonomy in project delivery * Flexible work arrangements (remote work) * Supportive management that genuinely invests in employee skills Cutting-edge technology stack and challenging technical problems * Strong emphasis on learning and professional growth * Collaborative and passionate team environment * Competitive compensation and benefits * Unique workplace centered around chess and tech innovation

Cons

* Fast-paced environment can be intense for some * Occasional tight project deadlines * Might require continuous learning to keep up with technology shifts * Limited physical office interactions due to remote work model

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5.0
15 May 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- Generally relaxed work culture - Incredible flexibility due to remote work - 99% of people here are good people and fun to work with - Interesting though still niche product - Seeing incredible growth in recent years

Cons

- Below market pay (they are working on this) - Lack of clear strategy at times, feels reactive - Senior leadership hired externally has generally been terrible, with a couple exceptions (need more internal promotions/growth) - Lack of solid retention incentives for top talent (though this is slowly improving, a bit late however)

5.0
8 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Fantastic culture and work life balance. The company treats you with respect and positivity. Couldn’t be a better work environment.

Cons

Pay is not up to industry standards

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