Lightspeed reviews

3.5

61% would recommend to a friend

(1,075 total reviews)
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Dax Dasilva

76% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

Lightspeed has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,075 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Lightspeed employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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1K reviews
5.0
Aug 2, 2019

Driven, energetic place

Recommend
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Pros

If you want to work in an environment surrounded by passionate and motivated people, this place is for you. Lots of room to make an impact and lots of room for growth.

Cons

Company is moving fast, takes on a lot of initiatives and as a result you get asked to deliver a lot and sometimes get pulled in a new direction you didn't anticipate. But that's what makes it fun for us - may not be right for everyone though.

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Lightspeed Response
6y
Thanks for a wonderful review. We’re glad that you feel fulfilled, and see how impactful your work is. Although rapid growth can be daunting, we’ve been fortunate enough to have such passionate people ride the wave with us - this is an integral part of our DNA. Thanks again!
1.0
Aug 1, 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Free snacks (granola bars, crackers, nuts), daily fresh fruit, monthly desserts . Dax the CEO is a geniune leader. When he speaks, you'll feel motivated and energized.

Cons

Beware, the company culture is fake. They will lure you in with their free food, perks and smiling faces. They will tell you how amazing it it to work in a castle. Once you start working you'll quickly realize that its all a big show. The leadership team is inexperienced and are extremely poor at managing people. Unrealistic expectations, lots of pressure and long hours. Instead of motivating you, they will threaten you. Stay away.

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Lightspeed Response
6y
We’re so sorry there are aspects of your experience here that aren’t feeling positive - we’re always here to listen, so if you’re comfortable, please reach out to your HR person and we’d be happy to spend some time together to understand your feedback.
5.0
Jul 17, 2019

Only positive feedback :)

Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

For sure benefits are nice, but this is not what makes it the best; it's really about the people you work with. I've never worked in a team that is so inclusive, intelligent, go getter, motivated and open. Regular 1:1 with your managers to be sure all is going well and give you advice on how to address difficult situations. Clear career path where what is expected from you is easy to understand. Always ready to try new tools and listen to your ideas. We want to change the game and we really feel part of something special and unique.

Cons

Ambitious objectives, not a bad thing, but you have to be able to handle some pressure.

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Lightspeed Response
6y
Thank you for the wonderful review. We’ve said it countless times, but we truly believe that we work with the best people. We are all ambitious, unique, and welcoming. Please keep sharing your feedback with us - we love to listen. Thanks again!
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