Toxic environment stifles talent and growth - Software Engineer Workhuman Employee Review

1.0
Jun 26, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Not many i can think of

Cons

This is where good people come to wilt I see great people start all the time and then they lose their drive, they become disllisioned, they lose their skills ans often find it hard to get another job. Workhuman is not a place to work to advance your personal skills set, its like the dark ages in some teams. The product is a bit of a dud, lots of pomp about a mediocre product. Lots and lots of rumours about the future of the company. Like they never stop. Im sure they arent all true but its a lot of negativity. People hate the work and a lot feel stuck. I would not recommend working there

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Workhuman Response
2d
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations. As Workhuman continues to evolve, we're taking the opportunity to strengthen how we operate, invest in our people, and create greater clarity around career development and internal mobility with some large scale programs to be launched later this year. While experiences naturally vary across teams and individuals, our focus remains on building a workplace where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact. We appreciate your perspective and wish you every success in the future.

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5.0
Jun 29, 2026
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Pros

Genuine human connection and collaboration. Great benefits. Autonomy and ability to share ideas that may create real change, at any level. Access to great AI tools and plenty of encouragement to experiment and learn.

Cons

At the end of the day, we are a business. We sell software. Sometimes in order to do that, we have to pivot direction fast or create deadlines that feel rushed. We aren't perfect - but you'd be hard pressed to find a company filled with better people who actually care about the work, the company mission, and about each other.

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Workhuman Response
2d
Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate experiences will differ but the experience you have shared here is very reflective of the experience for many people here, as evidenced by the comprehensive employee interviews we have conducted as part of our EVP redesign. We truly appreciate your contributions to the business and our culture.
2.0
May 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good coworker relationships Flexible schedule Some of the tech industry standard 'perks'

Cons

Burn out Constant pressure to increase profits Ineffective leadership Points recieved is considered part of your overall salary

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Workhuman Response
3w
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for recognizing the strong relationships, flexibility, and benefits that many employees value at Workhuman. We recognize that customer-facing roles can be fast-paced and that experiences can vary across teams. As our business continues to mature, we're investing in stronger planning, clearer prioritization, and more effective ways of working across the organization. We'd also note that while recognition awards are an important part of our Total Rewards philosophy and are reflected in employees' Total Rewards statements, they are separate from base salary and bonus compensation. Recognition is first and foremost about celebrating meaningful contributions and impact, while also providing employees with tangible rewards for the great work they do. We know there is always more to do, and we remain committed to listening, learning, and improving the employee experience as we continue to grow. Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.
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