Worst company I've had the displeasure of being with - Senior Software Engineer NinjaOne Employee Review

1.0
24 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

If you like F1 motorsports you'll never stop hearing about it here.

Cons

Company has a blame first culture; any problems in management, communication, workload, or any other area will be immediately blamed on the employee if it becomes an issue. Frequent firings and use of performance improvement plans and veiled threats to put pressure on employees. Remuneration never increases; you will endlessly see sales and revenue statistics, NinjaOne partnerships and advertising in places like wall street or times square, but salary increases will never meet any inflation or CPI index. You'll be lucky to have an increase enough for one additional meal per month. Engineering processes and are all mismanaged and miscommunicated. Projects will be over-promised and workload will all be pushed onto the employees, with extreme pressure to take on more roles and deliver multiple jobs worth of work. Role creep will never end; there is constant pressure to meet deadlines through unpaid overtime, to take on more roles and fill gaps that management haven't hired for, and no consideration for burn out.

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5.0
8 Jun 2026
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Pros

The company has cultivated an exceptional culture built on transparency, accessibility, and a relentless focus on execution. A core principle is its "no-bullshit" approach, which emphasizes minimizing bureaucracy and avoiding unnecessary processes that slow people down. Employees at every level have direct access to leadership, including the CEO, and are encouraged to raise ideas, concerns, or challenges openly—whether through a quick Slack message or a face-to-face conversation. The CEO remains deeply involved in the business and is widely respected across the organization, inspiring teams in ways that are difficult to quantify but evident in the company's performance and commitment. This culture of ownership, trust, and openness has enabled the company to achieve extraordinary growth, driven by people who genuinely care about the mission and consistently work to turn seemingly impossible goals into reality.

Cons

The pace of the company is exceptionally fast, and it is not an environment where individuals can succeed by doing the bare minimum. Employees are regularly challenged to solve complex problems associated with rapid growth, often operating in situations where there is no established playbook. As a result, the work can be demanding and stressful, but it is also highly rewarding for those who thrive in high-performance environments. The company's product ecosystem is sophisticated and requires a significant investment of time and effort to fully understand. New employees often face a steep learning curve, and those who are unwilling to immerse themselves in the details may struggle to gain context, make informed decisions, and contribute effectively.

5.0
18 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Amazing company culture with supportive, friendly, and professional people. My experience at NinjaOne has been truly incredible so far. The leadership genuinely recognizes hard work, and I was honored to be recognized as an MVP by my manager. The company provides great resources, strong career growth opportunities, and an excellent environment to learn and succeed. Relocating for this opportunity was one of the best decisions I’ve made, and the entire process has been smooth and positive.

Cons

I honestly don’t have any major cons to mention. My experience so far has been very positive, and I’ve felt welcomed and supported since joining the company.

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