GumGum

HQ
Santa Monica
Total Offices: 6
500 Total Employees
109 Product + Tech Employees
Year Founded: 2008

GumGum Career Growth & Development

Updated on October 06, 2026

GumGum Employee Reviews

The best part of working at GumGum are the people. I joined GumGum immediately after my graduation and since that day I have felt heard and valued. The super supportive and collaborative environment allows you to discover and develop new skills.

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Saniya Naphade, NLP Scientist II
Saniya Naphade, NLP Scientist II

One meaningful way the company invested in my long-term career growth was through the Management Accelerator Program. It allowed me to build leadership skills, broaden my perspective, and prepare for future management roles, showing a clear commitment to developing employees for long-term success. 

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Vasu Chidambaram, Senior Engineering Manager, Ad Exchange
Vasu Chidambaram, Senior Engineering Manager, Ad Exchange

One of the best examples of GumGum’s investment in my growth was the Management Accelerator Program for early managers. The four-session program gave me a safe space to learn from peers, strengthen skills in coaching, communication, trust, and feedback, and gain practical tools I could immediately apply with my team.

What made the experience especially meaningful was how clearly it reflected GumGum’s commitment to long-term development. Between the workshops, learning materials, recommended resources, and stipend for continued growth, I felt genuinely supported in becoming a stronger leader.

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Rashad Moarref, Engineering Manager, MLE
Rashad Moarref, Engineering Manager, MLE

What People Are Saying About GumGum

  • Training & Education Access: Formal programs such as GumGum University, monthly Learning Labs, job training/conferences, and paid certifications are highlighted, pointing to accessible, structured learning. Feedback suggests these offerings are built into the employee experience rather than ad hoc.
  • Internal Mobility: The company describes cross-team transitions and a Technology “Evolve” program to help employees move into new areas and expand skills. Feedback suggests employees can take on broader responsibilities or shift roles as interests and business needs evolve.
  • Leadership Development: A Management Accelerator Program is described as preparing employees for future management roles with targeted leadership skill-building. Employee accounts link this program to growth in coaching, communication, and readiness for management responsibilities.

GumGum's Benefits

Allows employees to pursue continuing education during work hours

Hosts Lunch and Learns

Job training & conferences

Provides continuing education stipend

Provides paid industry certifications

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