CIGen

Hello, dear DOU community. I’d like to share my experience with the company CIGen. I had the opportunity to go through their interview process for a Full-Stack Developer position. I’ll briefly walk through the stages:
1. HR Interview.
No complaints at all — the conversation was informative and pleasant. I learned everything I wanted to know about the company and answered all questions addressed to me. Since we proceeded to the technical stage, I believe both sides were satisfied after the initial meeting.
2. Technical Interview
This part was great as well. The senior developer who interviewed me made a strong impression as a true professional. It was clear that he had solid experience, and I must admit that it was one of the most interesting interviews I’ve had in my career.
After the technical interview, two days later I received an email saying we could move forward, as I had successfully passed the technical stage. Honestly, it felt amazing — this was supposed to be the final stretch, right? I had already been informed that there would be one more short step — an interview with the client. I received an NDA to sign and a pre-offer to review. I submitted my personal information and signed the NDA.
Then I was asked to wait for details about the client interview.
Well... I waited for 14 days, and it never happened )
During those 2 weeks, I was contacted twice:
The first message explained there were delays on the client’s side and that they’d get back to me the following week.
The second one was a rejection, saying that the client put the position on hold indefinitely.
I understand that things happen — especially when you work with external clients. But I think many would agree that 14 days for a rejection is a bit too much, especially after signing an NDA and reviewing a pre-offer.
An interesting detail: just a few days ago, I saw a new, identical job post on LinkedIn — the same one I applied for. So, judging by that, it seems like they put me on hold rather than the actual position.
To sum up, it wasn’t the most pleasant situation, especially considering I turned down other offers during those 14 days, still hoping the process would continue.
Still, I hold no grudges and want to sincerely thank CIGen, especially for the technical interview — again, one of the most engaging I’ve experienced.

I have been with CIGen.io for just a few months and cannot but share a few of my initial positive impressions:

The recruitment process was transparent, well-paced, and well-explained. I always knew the next steps, expectations, and requirements.

The onboarding was also fairly seamless — I had an intro call with the HR team and then transitioned to my immediate supervisor. The company uses lots of Microsoft products as well as third-party HRMs, like Bamboo and Guru, so once accesses are granted, you quickly find your way around systems.

There were welcome on-board gifts, and end-of-recruitment gifts sent over to your address — which is always a great touch.

The team syncs up every week for a lively meetup, where newcomers would usually introduce themselves. The spirit of the meetings is professional but also warm and friendly.

The management is open and accessible, always ready to provide further context to the team, if there are any questions.

I also had a chance to visit the Lviv office — and if based in Lviv, I would definitely come in quite often, it’s really cosy in there, with huge windows over the busy road.

The team members I collaborate with are nothing but a delight, always responsive, detail-focused, and well-organized.

All in all — I am really enjoying it in CIGen, and am happy to be in a position to contribute to the company’s growth.

I’ve been working at CIGen for two years, and during this time, I’ve experienced significant growth as a developer. I truly enjoy being a part of the team here.
Key benefits:
— The company encourages personal growth in all possible ways (compensating costs for courses, offering roadmaps to help you achieve your goals, reviewing compensation once you’ve acquired important new skills).
— You’ll have the opportunity to work with and learn a wide range of new technologies, particularly those in the Microsoft stack.
— Communication with top management is always smooth and constructive, fostering a positive working environment.
— Nearly every week, we have an optional meeting called Tech Digest, where developers share interesting tools, technologies, and software development approaches. It’s a great opportunity to learn and contribute by sharing valuable insights.
— One of the green flags: some former employees, after working elsewhere, gladly return back to CIGen.

I’ve been with CIGen for over 5 years now, and what I enjoy the most is that everyone around you and the projects we work on really encourage personal development and growth. I’ve had many opportunities to expand my skill set on the way to becoming a full-stack developer, and I think that’s great for everyone who is as passionate as I am about software engineering.

CIGen is a great company to work with.

The atmosphere is friendly and positive. The company enriches daily work life with regular events such as tech talks, warm welcomes for newcomers, and organizing seminars on interesting topics. These efforts make the work environment both engaging and enjoyable.

Compensation is provided on time.

I have been impressed by the professionalism and support provided by the HR department. They are responsive, attentive, and genuinely committed to employee welfare.

I’ve been with the company for a year, but the time has flown by. I immediately got on a project with an international team where I till now. Colleagues are very professional, great and funny people, both in the team and in the whole company. With patient support and mentoring by my teammates in new for me project, I got down to work very quickly.

I can tell for sure that the company, as they told me at the first interview, is a small but very friendly family)

CiGen is not just a company. It’s like big company of friends or even family. I haven’t seen such synergy in IT companies. And weekly meetings with greetings for newcomers, birthday wishes and just discussions of really interesting topics in the IT industry and also other areas of life makes the working process comfortable and cool. I’m really glad to be a part of the team.

CIGen is a great company that I have been working for 14 months. There are prospects for growth and development. I have managed to take part in several projects. If you want to develop, the company will help you with this. Here I enjoy working with challenging tasks in a truly agile environment! I can especially note freedom and trust from management, highly experienced and supporting team members, flexible schedule, and fast-moving growth.

Friends, CIGen is the miracle. It is the company, created by people, for people. This is the place, where you would feel that someone really cares about what you say and how you feel. The staff is friendly and highly professional. You will always find some matching interests with every member of CIGen team. The co-founders are aimable, always trying to understand and support.
I am happy and proud to be the part of CIGen team!
Thank you!

I have been working as a resource manager at CIGen for 3 months as a RM.
During this time, I managed to feel the friendly atmosphere of the team and mutual respect. I see the owners concern for the development of professional and personal qualities of employees and the creation of a comfortable working atmosphere.
Separately, it is worth noting our weekly meetings for the whole team — because it is always fun and interesting, you will never guess what Yulia will come up with next time)
I am happy to be part of the great CIGen team!

I have been working at CIGen for a year as a QA.

This is the best company I’ve ever worked. You can see why here:

First, work-life balance is important to me. The management of the company contributes to this in every possible way.

Secondly, people. I don’t know how it was possible that there are no toxic people in the company! All the guys are same in values, talented and diversified. The atmosphere is really supportive and friendly, colleagues are always ready to help. The company’s weekly meetings are always a positive charge for the week.

Thirdly, professional growth. The company has many first-class specialists. The projects themselves help to develop and learn new things constantly, in addition, the company encourages the growth of each specialist.

Fourth, the company is international. And this means that English is used daily and a lot, and not from time to time. In addition, the company has its own English teacher. Taking this opportunity: Yulia, thank you for the lessons, you always charge me with optimism and love of life, besides, my English level has improved fantastically this year.

Fifth, empathic and human management. It seems that this is the whole secret of what I described above.

Thank you, CiGen, that we can grow up together:) I am happy that I have the opportunity to work at CIGen!

I have been working at CIGen for a year and a half: a year as a QA, now as a sourcer.

There is an open and supportive atmosphere at the company. I came after the course, and there were always people ready to give a piece of advice and help. Managers are tactful and understanding, ready to listen and consider your point of view.

I like the international atmosphere, lots of opportunities to practice English. A lot of interesting activities, online-and-offline corporate parties, gifts for the holidays)) And when I got into a critical situation, the management reacted very humanely and showed support and assistance in every possible way.

I’m happy to have a chance to work at CIGen!❤️

This is a great place to work. I’ve been working here for half a year and I am completely satisfied.

Young, passionate, and cool team, people are always supportive, polite, and friendly.
What I really like is that I have an opportunity to work with people from different countries around the world on various projects, it helps me to improve my hard and soft skills and grow as a specialist.

The company has a new, modern office in L’viv city, but we can work remotely as well it is up to everybody. Comfortable schedule, there are no strict hours, no rush, it is just your work that has to be done. I love the feeling of managing my own time, with no pressure, so it means that productivity is high.

I would like to mention that the company has many more advantages, but as for the disadvantages, I did not notice them.

I am grateful to CIGen for everything and totally recommend this place of work for everyone.

Personal reviews reflect the company culture, attitudes and values, so here we go. I joined the company in September of the last year and the good feeling that I belong here, surrounded by like-minded people is still vivid.

What I really like is that you are 100% flexible to work from home or visit the office occasionally and adjust your working hours. Being remote most of the time I don’t feel lonely or discouraged. They are always ready to hear you and support you in new beginnings.

— The great thing is that even introverts can easily blend into the team.
— The worst point is that I can’t see teammates and share the daily news over a cup of tea or coffee in the kitchen because corona restriction didn’t bring a full chance to it.

Truly saying, I would recommend this company to upskill yourself as an individual and as a techie person as well.

I’m working as a UX designer for almost a year now in the company, and I absolutely love it:)

A flexible working schedule with aiming towards results — is one of the most important criteria to me which company passing easily. The environment is really friendly and I can always expect easy communication with anyone in the team. Besides that, there are enough various activities which make presence also fun.

Among the company’s directions, is working towards emerging technologies like AR/VR, and that’s is super cool. Also, the company is always welcoming everyone to bring any comments or ideas on how to improve something, which allows you to be a real contributor to the company’s growth.

Thanks CiGen for being such a nice place to work:)