Does Upside pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Upside employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Upside. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Upside?

56% of Upside employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Upside 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.2 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Upside?

Software Engineer (10) , Marketing (6) , Operations Manager (5) , Sales (5) , Senior Software Engineer (5) , Account Manager (3) , Analyst (3) , Anonymous (3) , Controller (2) , Engineer (2) , Product Manager (2)

What are the pros of working at Upside according to real employee reviews?

"There's a lot of really great people at the lower levels to complain with" ((in 27 reviews)); "up Leadership is transparent" ((in 15 reviews)); "Colleagues are awesome" ((in 7 reviews)); "They are doing all the right things to provide the best working environment and opportunities for their employees while still treating them like actual people." ((in 6 reviews)); "Awesome team and company culture" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Upside according to real employee reviews?

"The company has had significant challenges lately, which include several layoffs, restructuring, completely abandoning large corporate projects, and others." ((in 8 reviews))

What are employees saying about Upside redundancies in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Upside redundancy and their outlook for job security at Upside in 2026.

Upside Reviews

3.3

56% would recommend to a friend

(134 total reviews)

Alex Kinnier

60% approve of CEO

55% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Culture and values

3.1

Diversity and inclusion

3.1

Senior management

3.1

Career opportunities

Upside has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 134 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Upside employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

Reviews by job title

134 reviews

5.0

4 Feb 2026

Great place to work!

Senior marketplace operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

- Work life balancing - Really interesting product - Really intelligent ICs

Cons

- Leadership tends to make big strategy pivots every other quarter

Upside Response

4mo

Thank you for the thoughtful review and for being part of Upside for the past several years! We’re glad to hear you’re enjoying the team, the product, and the work-life balance. We appreciate the feedback on strategy shifts as well; as we continue to grow, we’re focused on continuing to drive clarity and alignment.

5.0

25 July 2025

Great place to grow

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

One of the things I appreciate most is the focus on career growth. I've had the chance to stretch into new responsibilities, take on meaningful projects, and receive actionable feedback that actually helps me improve. Leadership encourages personal development and celebrates when people grow into new roles. What really sets this place apart is the freedom to own decisions. You're trusted to make calls, solve problems creatively, and learn from what works (and what doesn't). That level of autonomy is rare and makes the work feel meaningful.

Cons

If I had to name one con, it's that some leadership hires haven't quite aligned with the company's expectations. Fortunately, the company is self-aware and willing to course correct, which gives me confidence in the direction we're headed

Upside Response

11mo

Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you feel empowered to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions. Your feedback on leadership alignment is appreciated - our commitment to self-awareness and course correction is key to staying on track. We’re constantly learning and evolving, and insights like yours help guide that process. We believe understanding feedback from all levels is critical to nurturing the culture that makes Upside special.

5.0

15 July 2025

Empowered and supported

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

A truly mission-driven company that values both its users and its employees. Leadership is transparent, approachable, and genuinely invested in employee growth. Hybrid and remote flexibility without sacrificing collaboration or culture. Smart, humble, and driven coworkers who make even the toughest challenges enjoyable. Strong focus on innovation — great place for builders and problem-solvers. Excellent benefits, equity, and work-life balance. Open communication channels and regular company-wide updates keep everyone aligned

Cons

Rapid growth means priorities can shift quickly — adaptability is key. Because it’s a high-performance culture, expectations are high (not necessarily a con for everyone).

Upside Response

11mo

Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback and highlighting what makes Upside special for you! We remain committed to nurturing growth, open communication, and innovation so our team can succeed together.

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