Stripe reviews

3.7

61% would recommend to a friend

(1,334 total reviews)
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Patrick Collison

84% approve of CEO

73% positive business outlook

Stripe has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,334 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Stripe employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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3.0
Feb 11, 2026
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Pros

free food, nice perk, immigration support

Cons

toxic, bad wlb (rly depends on team)

1.0
Feb 10, 2026
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Pros

Company perks Compensation Free food

Cons

This was one of the most disorganized and emotionally exhausting workplaces I’ve experienced. Operating principles are frequently referenced but rarely reflected in day-to-day leadership behavior or decision-making. Promotion paths lack transparency, and performance evaluations do not feel consistently applied. Recognition and visibility often seem influenced by informal dynamics rather than clear impact, leaving many employees feeling overlooked. Voices from certain backgrounds and perspectives do not always receive equal weight, which contributes to a broader sense of exclusion rather than inclusion. Psychological safety is a concern. Feedback channels exist, but recurring issues raised through internal surveys and forums do not appear to lead to meaningful or timely change. Over time, this creates frustration and disengagement. There are also serious execution gaps. Internal tools and operational inefficiencies remain unresolved for long periods, and similar delays are seen in addressing customer-impacting issues. Teams are often left working around broken processes instead of being supported by effective systems. The environment can feel unstable, with frequent shifts in direction, limited clarity, and inconsistent leadership standards across teams. This lack of structure, combined with poor follow-through on solutions, takes a toll on both mental well-being and long-term career development.

5.0
Feb 10, 2026
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Pros

Great culture Good compensation Smart people Clear vision

Cons

speed of work can be breakneck but it’s thoughtful and not heavy in bureaucracy

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