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      Disappointing Decline at Workday - Software Engineer Workday Employee Review

      1.0
      May 17, 2025
      Software engineer
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      Pros

      Workday was once a fantastic place to work, known for its strong culture, employee perks, and a genuine focus on people.

      Cons

      Workday was once a fantastic place to work, known for its strong culture, employee perks, and a genuine focus on people. Unfortunately, that has changed significantly under the new CEO’s leadership. Over the past two years, there have been two rounds of layoffs, creating uncertainty and reducing morale. Perks that used to define the company culture—snacks, clubs, and team lunches—have all been scaled back or eliminated entirely. These may seem minor, but they reflected a broader culture of care that is now clearly missing. The current leadership appears singularly focused on profitability and hitting personal KPIs, with little regard for the people who make the company run. While executives continue to travel freely between offices and enjoy undisturbed benefits, the rest of us are facing continual cost-cutting. There’s also been no meaningful investment in core technology—just a lot of AI buzzwords with little actual impact. It feels more like chasing headlines than building value. Overall, it’s disappointing to see a once-great company lose its way. The shift in priorities is clear, and unfortunately, it’s not in favor of employees or long-term innovation.

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      Workday Response
      1y
      We would like to hear more about your experience with Workday and are grateful for your thorough review. We suggest you reach out to our team at employee.relations@workday.com. Our team is eager to assist you.

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      5.0
      Jul 1, 2026
      Ux designer
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      Pros

      Work life balance is good, coworkers are very nice

      Cons

      Constant changes in the company

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      Workday Response
      1w
      Thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience at Workday. We're committed to fostering an open, inclusive culture, and feedback like yours helps us continue to grow and improve for all our Workmates.
      3.0
      Jun 29, 2026
      Senior full stack developer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Excellent engineering talent and knowledgeable coworkers. Strong engineering culture with high code quality standards. Modern technology stack and opportunities to work on large-scale enterprise software. Good work-life balance compared to many tech companies. Competitive compensation, benefits, and employee perks. Collaborative environment with supportive teammates. Opportunities to learn new technologies and grow technically. Stable development processes and mature SDLC practices. Strong emphasis on testing, code reviews, and software quality. Flexible work arrangements (depending on team).

      Cons

      Large organization means decision-making can be slow. Significant amount of process and bureaucracy before changes reach production. Cross-team dependencies can slow delivery. Career growth can depend on organizational priorities and manager support. Frequent reorganizations can shift priorities and disrupt long-term projects. Innovation may move slower than at smaller startups. Internal tools and processes can sometimes feel overly complex. Communication between teams can occasionally be inconsistent. Like much of the tech industry, the company has experienced layoffs, creating uncertainty for some employees. Promotions can take time and require navigating multiple approval levels.

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      Workday Response
      1w
      Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're aware that there's always room to grow, but at Workday, we take pride in our dedication to our Workmates and the 'employee first' ethos we've embedded since day one. We value your feedback as well as the praise you have provided in your review.
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