Great company - Anonymous employee Niantic Employee Review

5.0
26 Mar 2018
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The company has been on a rocket ship ever since Pokemon, and it doesn't look like it will slow down anytime soon. They are hiring amazing talents and building really cool products. The pace is fast, so you gotta be ready for that.

Cons

Some operational pain as part of scaling. They are in between small company and medium size company in maturation but with the success of a very large company. There is often a push-pull between needing to move faster, but with some legacy approaches that can slow you down.

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5.0
20 Jan 2026
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CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The people, the amazing office, the work life balance, the benefits, 401k match

Cons

Niantic had few flaws and none that come to mind currently

3.0
12 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Niantic has a unique mission and works on products that blend technology, gaming, community, and real-world exploration. The people are generally smart, passionate, and collaborative, and there are opportunities to work on creative projects with global impact. The company also offers a good learning environment for those interested in gaming, AR, live operations, and location-based products.

Cons

Priorities can shift frequently, which sometimes makes it difficult for teams to stay focused or understand how their work connects to the broader company strategy. Communication from leadership could be clearer, especially during periods of change. Some processes feel reactive rather than proactive, and cross-functional alignment can vary depending on the team.

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