Work Culture - Recensione dipendente - Developer presso WerkDone

Supportive co-workers, no unhealthy competitions.

At first, this company felt like an ideal workplace. We worked a five-day week, and Fridays often ended at noon, allowing employees to spend time together through team activities. The culture appeared positive, collaborative, and employee-focused. For many Indonesians, the pay can initially seem attractive. Salaries are generally above the local minimum wage, making the opportunity appealing to those seeking international exposure and career growth. However, the working environment shifted. Projects would often be delayed from higher-up bottlenecks, yet employees were still held accountable for missed timelines. The team-building activities gradually disappeared, with long working hours becoming a standard. Work-life balance became difficult to maintain. Employees were frequently expected to remain available during public holidays and personal time. Missed family events, disrupted travel plans, and situations where employees found themselves working while on leave became increasingly common. The workload also had a noticeable impact on personal relationships and well-being. Working overtime and recurring late-night collaboration sessions happen so often. Employee departures were often handled in a manner that felt impersonal. In some cases, resigning employees received little acknowledgment of their contributions, and transitions were not always managed professionally. This created an environment where employees could feel undervalued despite years of service. Job security was another concern. Employment terminations could occur with no notice, insufficient explanation, no compensation, and, a lack of transparency regarding the decision-making process. After many years, I had hoped to see meaningful reflection on the factors contributing to employee turnover and workplace dissatisfaction. Or at least, the company would recognize and value the commitment of long-serving employees. Unfortunately, no.

All members in tech & UIUX team are good people. It felt like working with bunch or good friends. The promotion was also quick. It took only 4 to 9 months to be promoted. Plus, it was a good place to learn many things if you prefer to be a generalist.

Based on my experience, there are several challenges within the company’s work culture. Communication from top management tends to be inconsistent. Some commitments that were communicated including matters that should be considered basic employee rights, were often overpromised but not fulfilled. Instead of clarity and trust, employees experienced a high level of micro-management. In certain situations, administrative pressure was used, such as salary withholding on employees who had already expressed their intention to resign. This created a sense of professional insecurity. The company’s work culture appears to be heavily influenced by a quantity-over-quality mindset. It was good but it doesn't have to last for a long time. Deliverables and output volume are prioritized over sustainable processes, quality, and most important: employee well-being. Public holiday policies are applied inconsistently. There were periods when employees were still required to work on national holidays and weekends. In my personal experience, my team worked continuously for an entire month without days off, including intensive overtime. The team was understaffed, yet hiring is not aligned with the growing workload. As a result, responsibilities often become disproportionate to available resources. Overall, this environment has had a noticeable impact on employees’ mental health and lifestyle. Many colleagues sought psychological & medical support, indicating a significant level of workplace stress.