Q&A With BigPanda Employees
BigPanda employees answer questions about what life is like behind the scenes at their company, including queries about culture, leadership, professional development, and compensation.
How employees describe working at BigPanda
There's some good, passionate people at BigPanda. The pay was decent, which it has to be because the equity is worthless.
Good company good company culture. Great product as well just can be a limited market you can sell into being in sales side. The market for event correlation continues to grow.
11 yrs on devops and cloud
BigPanda is a company that empowers employees to reach their professional potential and gives them the autonomy and tools to do so.
It's been a great ride. I love working here.
Q&A With BigPanda Employees
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How flexible is your work schedule at BigPanda?
Somewhat flexible. Very open office. Flexible.
What does the ideal candidate in the Marketing department look like at BigPanda?
Domain expertise. Can manage and relate to a strong salesforce. and can relate to our buyers.
What Marketing department questions did BigPanda ask during your job interview?
Do you have domain expertise? Prove it.
What's the work from home policy like at BigPanda?
The current Marketing leader and the CEO are not big fans of working at home. That does not mean for sure you will not be allowed days at home. I would not rule out looking at Working at BigPanda based on their attitudes towards working remote. I would still look at the company.
What do people at BigPanda think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
Nice guy. A lot of talk and no action. He has potential but it will be interesting to see if he follows through on what he says. No clear vision or direction. And he's way too relaxed for a first time CEO.
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at BigPanda?
I would encourage more honesty and accountability. Especially for the sales directors.
What part of BigPanda's business is growing fastest? What part is having difficulties?
Product Marketing growing fast. Sales is struggling without a leader (no VP Sales)
What's the interview process like at BigPanda?
It depends on the role/department
What's the office vibe like at BigPanda?
Relaxed. Young and trendy.
How's the vacation policy at BigPanda?
15 days PTO and no sick days - lowest vacation package in the Bay Area.
How's the work pace at BigPanda?
Medium - no real sense of urgency - that's what's lacking. A lot of talk, no action.
What's the best part of your job at BigPanda?
The people. Great people.
What are the team outings like at BigPanda?
Very few team outings.
How challenged are you at BigPanda?
Definitely challenged. Daily.
How difficult is it to maintain a social life while in your job at BigPanda?
Company promotes work/life balance.
How's the feedback proccess at BigPanda?
Very little feedback.
What kind of people succeed at BigPanda?
Focused individuals who are extremely flexible.
How can I improve my chances of being hired at BigPanda?
Come prepared and educate yourself on the product.
What unique perks and benefits does BigPanda provide?
Catered lunches. Music. Good people.
What's the office layout like at BigPanda?
Nice and spacious.
How's the morale at BigPanda?
Good but definitely could be better.
What's one thing you wish you'd known before joining BigPanda?
Lack of true leadership (sales and CEO), guidance and accountability.
What are some of the best things about your team at BigPanda?
Top Employee Response
Highly motivated. Well aligned, but open to debate.
What do you like best about the leadership team at BigPanda?
Top Employee Response
Open, Transparent, Open to risk taking, move fast, decisive
What is most positive about the culture and environment at BigPanda?
The value we bring to customers, and working with awesome people.










