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Unsatisfactory/poor experience overall - User Experience Researcher Code for America Employee Review

1.0
Sep 6, 2023
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Pros

Nice coworkers, projects that are ostensibly good for others, my personal manager was good

Cons

Inexperienced upper management with lack of aptitude and business sense, mismanagement of funds and budget, inefficient team organization, failure to listen to individuals or invest in the highest impact projects, lack of vision and strategy, union busting

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5.0
Oct 24, 2025
Anonymous contractor
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Pros

Working at Code for America was a truly rewarding experience. The organization is filled with passionate, intelligent, and mission-driven people who care deeply about making government services more accessible and equitable. Leadership genuinely believes in the mission, and there’s a strong focus on collaboration, inclusion, and innovation. I learned so much from the cross-functional teams and appreciated how everyone’s voice was valued. The work has a direct positive impact on real people’s lives, which is something you can’t say about every organization.

Cons

Honestly, the only downside was not being there longer! It’s the kind of environment where you wish you could continue growing and contributing for years to come.

4.0
May 21, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Mission was incredible and so were people

Cons

Lack of transparency was rampant

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