Unfair environment - Software Developer Lightspeed Employee Review

3.0
19 Nov 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good salary, free food, car park

Cons

Promotions here seem to be based more on visibility than on technical ability. There’s little attention given to individual contributors, compensation, or role clarity, and the criteria for advancement often feel inconsistent and unfair.

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Lightspeed Response
4mo
Hi, thanks for taking the time to review and for the impact you’re making at Lightspeed. It’s good to hear that you value the salary and office benefits. We’re concerned by the feedback you’ve shared around fairness and growth, as this is not the experience we want for our people. We take this feedback seriously and use it to inform ongoing improvements. Thank you for sharing your perspective.

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