Was a great place to work, but that changed - Software Development North Employee Review

1.0
30 Jun 2016
Recommend
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Pros

If you can last long enough to qualify for it, their top tier time off is very nice. They do provide a lot of benefits.

Cons

Very aggressive and insulting CEO who insists on micromanaging software development. I have never been screamed at more in any other company I have worked for. Most of the employees now are treated like tools and are easily cast aside. The benefits they have are only so they can claim they have them. They have health care, and did before it was required, but it was never stellar. They have 401k match, but it is capped exceptionally low with a very low match rate. Most of the employees in the company would never hit the cap, but that is because most of them are so poorly paid even if they could afford the 4% personal contribution to hit the employer percentage cap they don't make enough in a year to hit the flat dollar amount cap. The employees that earn enough to hit the cap would find the flat dollar cap insulting. They have largely replaced most of the executive management team and they appear to be heading towards an international outsource mentality, so I would not be surprised to see significant cuts in the workforce.

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5.0
25 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Joining this company has been well beyond my expectations. The culture is incredibly supportive, for the talent team (Mollie) combined with the training, nothing has beenless than exceptional, and the benefits reflect a true investment in employees. It's easy to understand why the company was recognized as one of the best fintech companies to work for in 2023. From day one, I've felt welcomed, valued, and set up for success. I feel incredibly humbled and grateful to be part of such a talented and people-focused organization. If you get the chance.. dont hesitate

Cons

Wished I had started my career here years ago!

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North Response
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Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! Everyone on the team was absolutely thrilled to read this, and it is a true honor to have you working with us as a Partnership Director. We are glad our training and benefits made you feel supported from day one. We work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed and supported from the start! This is what we call being Experience Focused. Your shout out to our training program also hits right at the heart of our core value of Intellectual Curiosity AND gave our Learning & Development team a reason to high five, so I am grateful for that! Thank you again for taking time out of your busy day to provide us with this feedback; We appreciate you!
5.0
6 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I’ve worked at North for several years and have had the opportunity to grow both professionally and personally during my time here. One of the biggest positives is that the company promotes from within and gives people opportunities to advance if they consistently perform and take initiative. Leadership roles are attainable, and hard work does get recognized. The sales environment is fast-paced and performance driven, which can be a great fit for motivated individuals who enjoy challenges and growth. I’ve worked with a lot of genuinely supportive coworkers and leaders who are willing to help newer employees develop their skills. Like most sales organizations, there can be pressure tied to goals and metrics, and work-life balance may fluctuate depending on your role and workload. The pace is not for everyone, especially if you prefer a slower or more structured environment. Communication and processes can also evolve quickly, which sometimes creates growing pains. Overall, I would recommend the company to someone who is ambitious, coachable, and looking for long-term growth opportunities in sales or payments. Your experience here will largely depend on the effort you put in and your willingness to adapt in a high-performance environment.

Cons

My cons aren’t really cons. My entire review is a pro.

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