Good clients, but poor bench policy and job insecurity - Lead Engineer Xebia Employee Review

1.0
3 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Xebia is having good clients so everything is good when you are on client assignment.

Cons

Bench policy is disappointing. It seems regardless of how long you've been working with Xebia but when you hit the bench, they will start sending you repetitive emails and calls that create job insecurity. If you are on bench and ask for temporary WFH then manager will say you can avail Leave without pay or we can close your account. No job security when you are on bench. You have to proactively reach out to different managers to get the next client assignment. You will turn from Xebia asset to enemy when you hit the bench. If Xebia can't beer cost for couple of weeks when employee is on bench then what's purpose of hiring on permanent role? Xebia can hire on contract basis.

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Pros

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Cons

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Xebia Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a positive internship with us and enjoyed working with our team. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. Your feedback is invaluable, and we hope to continue providing great experiences for all our interns in the future. Best of luck in your career journey!
2.0
3 Jan 2026
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Pros

Some genuinely strong talent across parts of the organization, particularly at the delivery and individual contributor level. Entrepreneurial energy exists in pockets of the business, especially within acquired teams.

Cons

Lack of decisive leadership at the top, an underpowered board with limited global technology experience, and a culture that too often favors proximity to leadership over measurable performance. The private equity sponsor brings deep experience from non-technology sectors, but little track record in scaling complex, global IT services businesses—visible in weak governance, strategic drift, and inconsistent execution. The departure of many founders, including the original founder stepping away entirely, has coincided with a rapid loss of ownership mindset, long-term continuity, and the entrepreneurial drive that originally differentiated the firm.

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Xebia Response
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. Your inputs are truly appreciated as they help us grow.
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