Is Bentley Systems a good company to work for?

Bentley Systems has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 1,685 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 77% of employees would recommend working at Bentley Systems to a friend and 67% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Bentley Systems have been left by employees working as Director , Software Engineer and Senior Software Engineer .

Does Bentley Systems pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Bentley Systems employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Bentley Systems. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Bentley Systems?

77% of Bentley Systems employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Bentley Systems 4.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Bentley Systems?

Software Engineer (108) , Associate Software Engineer (60) , Account Manager (56) , Senior Software Engineer (49) , Technical Support Engineer (39) , Sales (27) , Consultant (25) , Software Developer (22) , Intern (21) , Director (19) , Project Manager (19) , Manager (18) , Software Engineer I (18) , Product Manager (16) , Software Engineer(Internship) (14)

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

"Bentley is a family run company and does have a good work/life balance." ((in 168 reviews)); "Great people and products." ((in 101 reviews)); "Bentley has world class software offerings and it's been a pleasure working with some great colleagues." ((in 89 reviews)); "the culture and people are good" ((in 89 reviews)); "Very family oriented and good benefits" ((in 53 reviews))

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

"Low salary and bonuses given" ((in 97 reviews)); "Management is poor and need to improve" ((in 57 reviews)); "Managers don't keep a close eye on employee growth" ((in 35 reviews)); "pay is low for the work" ((in 35 reviews)); "Compensation is average" ((in 19 reviews))

What are employees saying about Bentley Systems layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Bentley Systems locations?

Exton , Philadelphia , Huntsville , San Diego , Houston , New York , Carlsbad , Denver , Pittsburgh , Atlanta , Chicago , Kansas City , Austin , Watertown , Washington , Thomaston , Covington , Boston , Madison , Saint Louis , Anaheim , Irvine , Los Angeles , San Jose , Santa Rosa , Waterbury , Baton Rouge , Miami , Tallahassee , Phila

Bentley Systems reviews

3.9

77% would recommend to a friend

(1,425 total reviews)

Nicholas Cumins

88% approve of CEO

67% positive business outlook

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Bentley Systems has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,425 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Bentley Systems employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.6 stars).

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1K reviews

1.0

Mar 13, 2017

Wasted Potential

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great underlying technology. Some good people remain.

Cons

Incompetent and seemingly disconnected Management resulting in: IT Brain Drain Constantly changing direction Growth through staff reduction Pervasive unsettled feeling (as in the company is without guidance)

4.0

Mar 3, 2017

Not a good week to ask

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There are a lot of great things about working for Bentley. The people, for 1, are genuine, real and motivated. Each really wants the best for those that use the products. There isn't a lot of red tape and the customers you work with are great.

Cons

Once you have found your niche, there are very few opportunities to move up.

Bentley Systems Response

9y

We hear it from many colleagues, too - the people here at Bentley are what keeps colleagues here. Thank you for your review.

5.0

Mar 3, 2017

Excellent, unique place to make your career

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Bentley has many internal, global opportunities for vertical and horizontal growth. Seems to be very family oriented. Many colleagues work from home offices and travel significantly which lends itself to flexible work hours. Colleagues are generally very friendly and welcoming and team oriented.

Cons

Being a global company with individuals working with colleagues globally, the remote work can run the risk of odd hours of meetings or work -- one just has to find a way to manage their schedule accordingly.

Bentley Systems Response

9y

Thanks for the review - in order to be connected globally, we do all need to have a little flexibility in our lives. We hope that you continue to enjoy your role with us.

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