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Skype Company Culture
Skype Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.8/5
Skype's Overall Culture is rated B
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
eNPS
A+Retention
A-Outlook
A-Manager
B+CEO Rating
BSkype CEO
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Tony Bates
74 /100
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Diversity at Skype
N/A
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Recommend to a Friend?
54
Skype employees are 54% more likely to recommend Skype as a great place to work
| 77% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 0% | Passives |
| 23% | Detractors |
Working at Skype
Working at Skype is rated average by 18 employees, across various culture dimensions. Skype employees are most satisfied about eNPS, Retention, and Outlook categories, putting Skype’s culture in the Top 35% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in Seattle. See below in detail how working at Skype was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Skype
B
Overall Company Culture at Skype is rated B
Last updated 2 months ago
Top
35%
Skype ranks in the Top 35% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterSkype Employee Reviews
Out of 13 Skype employee reviews, 64% were positive. The remaining 36% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Skype improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 64% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 36% |
Positive Reviews From Skype Employees
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?My company environment is very good
- What are some of the best things about your team?Our team is very good for me
- What is the best part about your compensation package?That is to add our other effort
Constructive Feedback From Skype Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Keep your employee happy and treat better
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Average - They wont listen you
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Overall it was good, company is boring
Skype Company Information
Skype Company Overview
Skype keeps the world talking. Video call, message and share with anyone for free, even if they're not on Skype.
Skype Mission, Vision & Values
Skype Mission & Values
We work in close partnership with all stakeholders, including governments, Indian IT industry and academia, to ensure that technology is leveraged as a catalyst for enabling more and more businesses, individuals and communities to realize their full potential.
Skype Vision Statement
Our vision for Skype has always been to build the world s largest communications business and revolutionize the ease with which people can communicate through the Internet
| Headquarter | 23-29 Rives de Clausen Redmond, WA L-2165 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.microsoft.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1975 |
| Company Status | Private |
Skype Competitors
Skype competitors include LinkedIn, Google, WhatsApp Inc., and Avox. Skype ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Skype compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Skype Employees
18 employees at Skype have reviewed Skype across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 2 months ago.
Overall, the 18 Skype employees give their leadership a grade of B, or Top 25% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Skype are not very pleased with their total compensation at Skype, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Skype are generally satisfied with their team. 18 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C+. The majority believe the meetings at Skype are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Skype believe the environment at Skype is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Skype is extremely fast. About 34% of the employees at Skype work 8 hours or less, while 17% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Skype are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Skype - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Seattle about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Seattle employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 70% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Skype KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Skype's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 1 Skype employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Skype Salaries
How much does Skype pay?
How much do people at Skype get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Skype is $117,792, or $56 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $114,963, or $55 per hour.
At Skype, the highest paid job is a Director of Product at $221,009 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $38,480 annually. Average Skype salaries by department include: Sales at $174,215, Business Development at $87,897, Legal at $155,701, and Engineering at $148,010. Half of Skype salaries are above $114,963.
7 employees at Skype rank their Compensation in the Bottom 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 21 ratings) while 6 employees at Skype rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 7 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $63k | $63k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $85k | $85k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $108k | $108k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $168k | $168k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $221k | $221k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $260k | $260k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $290k | $290k | 100th Percentile |
$117,792*
Average Compensation
$114,963*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Skype Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Skype
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Skype across various culture dimensions.
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Skype Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Gym Membership / Reimbursement
Skype PTO
Skype's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year.
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?
Skype Careers
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Skype on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Engineering | 17% | |
|---|---|---|
Design | 17% | |
All Industries | 17% | |
Product | 8% | |
HR | 8% | |
Other | 33% |
Candidates By Location
Palo Alto | 17% | |
|---|---|---|
Seattle | 17% | |
Redmond | 8% | |
Old Hickory | 8% | |
Bay City | 8% | |
Other | 42% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Skype
What is Skype address?
Skype location is at 23-29 Rives de Clausen
Who is the CEO of Skype?
Skype CEO is Tony Bates, their score by employees is 74
What is Skype eNPS?
The eNPS for Skype is 54
What is the salary for Designer in Skype?
Designer average salary in the US is 71k
What are the salaries in the Design in Skype?
The average salaries for Design in Skype is 102k
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