used to be a great company! - Anonymous employee Thoughtworks Employee Review

2.0
Dec 15, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- Great interview process. - attracts some good techie folks. - a global company with good travel opportunities. - Great diversity. - Early adopter of open source, XP, TDD - Worked with some great clients.

Cons

- Salaries were always average. - HR is incompetent. - Loud mouths win - Work life balance is usually great unless you get into a "Rescue" project (Thoughtworks inherits a shootty codebase from some other vendor). This usually means endless slogging and no comp-offs. - At one point i accumulated 15 com-offs which HR conveniently shrugged off as not possible. - A lot of office politics.

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

I've had a great experience building my career at Thoughtworks. One of the things that stands out most is the culture. It's collaborative, supportive, and filled with people who genuinely want to help each other succeed. Thoughtworks has also provided me with meaningful opportunities for career growth. I've been encouraged to take on new challenges, develop new skills, and explore different career paths. Leaders have been approachable and supportive, and I've always felt empowered to own my development rather than being confined to a single role. Like any organization, we’ve had our ups and downs. But the people and the commitment to continuous learning have remained consistent strengths. If you're looking for a place where you can grow professionally, work with smart and passionate people, and be part of a culture that values collaboration and innovation, Thoughtworks is a great place to build your career.

Cons

None that I can think of right now.

1.0
Apr 28, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Remote job, Remote Job, Remote Job

Cons

Under payed, No growth, too may promises, Salary and promotion freeze,

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Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed reflection on your experience. We appreciate the perspective you’ve shared, including the contributions and growth you describe during your time at Thoughtworks. We appreciate the perspective you’ve shared, including your contributions during your time at Thoughtworks. Feedback like yours helps us continue reviewing how we support our teams, growth paths and overall employee experience. If you’d like to share more, feel free to reach out to tim.ogorman@thoughtworks.com
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