Q&A With Drund Employees
Drund 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 Drund
They revealed so much without actually saying anything. Demanded camera turned on, zero trust. But did not turn on their camera Owners children work at the co. Very small dysfunctional place
My overall experience has been really good. I've been at Drund for a few years now and the work culture is one of trust and respect. We've also decreased to a 32hr/4 day workweek which has really given me a great work life balance
Super good so far. I like being able to work from home and how everyone is helpful and professional. My learning rate has never been higher, so that's also good.
Great work culture, benefits, and company events. It's a great place to learn and grow.
Review from Engineering Dept
You aren't rushed or micromanaged. There is a lot of trust.
What it's like to work at Drund
- Drund employees generally work 8.2 hrs a day
- Employees at Drund report the work pace is comfortably fast
- 75% of Drund employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Drund employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 100% of Drund employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Drund employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
- 72% of Drund employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Drund Employees
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How can I get hired at Drund as a recent grad?
They run indeed campaigns but you can also email your resume to [email protected].
How does Drund measure success and growth in the Engineering department?
The career ladder is the source of truth that all of the team leads collaborated on and built out. You can request a review with your team lead to see if you have the skills necessary on the career ladder if you want to jump to the next pay level. You can level up as fast or as slow as you want this way. It's really nice that it works this way there is no guess work or negotiation and keeps it fair for everyone.
What is the onboarding process like at Drund and how long does it last?
Onboarding process is straight forward. Day 1: Account setup and policy overview. Day 2: Meet with your team lead to get setup. 3: Product Overview. 4: Manual Testing to Understand the Products.
Is it possible to switch teams at Drund? If so, what is the process?
Yea, if you decide that you want to grow you skills in another field or if you are burnt out just let your team lead know you want to switch and then that would prompt a meeting with the product owner to see how they can help you grow.
What should I wear for an interview at Drund?
You are good to wear a T-shirt and Jeans.
How are the healthcare options at Drund?
100% health, vision, and dental insurance.
What's the work from home policy like at Drund?
For a full time position your work 34 hours a week for 4 days (8.5hr/day). However, if the 4-day workweek isn't your favorite you can opt for a 4-day workweek. Everything is flex scheduling so you choose when you work. This really helped with people using PTO for appointments and you can work when you are most efficient.
What are company outings like at Drund?
Everyone gets together for company sponsored dinner and some are in different cities and countries. We fly people in to make sure everyone is included.
How long after an interview at Drund does it take to hear back?
Pretty much the evening of the 3rd interview and some times right after.
How do I do well in an interview at Drund?
Be honest with what you know and don't know. They take chances on new upcoming people straight out of school and are reasonable.
How long do the interviews usually take at Drund?
Three 30 min interviews about 1 a week and then a call same day with an offer. If you aren't a fit in the 1st and/or second interview you will be notified during.
What are the most important soft skills to be successful at Drund?
Honesty and hard working. You are willing to figure out issues on your own before asking for help.
What is the dress code at Drund?
Pretty much whatever you want. Nothing that is offensive or discriminatory. If there are in person events casual to business causal. T-Shirt and Jeans are perfectly fine.
How long does it take to hear back after applying to Drund?
After you apply you usually hear back within the week then there are three interviews about 1/week. After the final interview you'll get a call back within the day on if you got the job or not.
What kind of activities do employees at Drund participate in outside of work?
Team Lunches, Social Hours, Game Nights, Dinners, Etc.
What is the PTO policy at Drund?
You get 3 weeks of self-elected PTO. Then you also get all federal holidays. There is also a Bereavement Leave Policy (3 days includes pets), Extraordinary Circumstance Policy (same as PTO if approved), Sick/Caregiver Leave (3 days), Maternity/Paternity Leave (1 month)
How are layoffs handled in the Engineering department at Drund?
No one is laid off. If you are on the brink of termination it's usually after you were given several chances and then you are given the option if you want to quit so you aren't harmed in your career.
What does the ideal candidate in the Engineering department look like at Drund?
Loves to learn, personable, and passionate about what they do.
How helpful was your Engineering team when you were first hired at Drund?
They were everything. Honestly they helped me out and after the first two weeks I was able to produce results and was able to get the flow of everything.
What is the hardest interview question Drund asks?
There really weren't any 'hard' interview questions. If you are open and honest and talk about what projects you've worked on they are pretty fair and are more likely to give you a shot. Honesty is everything here.
How's the leadership on the Engineering team at Drund?
Pretty great leadership. Everyone is awesome and supportive.
How innovative is Drund?
Pretty innovative. We are always building new things and we are required to use 2 hours of work time towards professional development. This way we can help the company and build our skills at the same time.
How flexible is your work schedule at Drund?
I choose what my hours are and how many hours I work. Plus, I get to choose if I want a 4 day work week or a 5 day work week. So, pretty flexible.
What are the differences between maternity and paternity leave at Drund?
There aren't any differences they both get about a month off and they can choose when they take it. For example they can take 2 weeks one month when the baby is coming and 2 weeks the next month when stuff gets harder to manage. It's honestly one of the best paternity/maternity leave policies I've see and it's all paid time off. Especially for men.



