Really hard to cope with the work atmosphere - Senior Software Engineer Xcelirate Employee Review

2.0
Jan 19, 2026
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Pros

While the compensation and benefits may be a little above average for the market, and overall perks were an attractive compensation, the work environment , culture and way of working made it difficult to see a sustainable long-term fit.

Cons

The working experience is challenging due to team structure and culture. The development team lacked clear management and better processes, with a strong and bad influence from a single individual mosly. Feedback and code reviews are often delivered in a confrontational manner, focusing heavily on minor issues while offering limited guidance or collaboration, under the assumption that seniority alone should cover all decision-making. This dynamic significantly impacted team morale and collaboration. Practices that typically foster knowledge sharing and quality, such as pair programming or open technical discussion, were discouraged, and communication within and outside the team was often restricted. Sadly the soul advice given to overcome these issues was to encourage others to adapt rather than resolving the underlying problems. Ultimately, I decided to leave in search of a healthier team environment with clearer leadership, constructive feedback, and a stronger emphasis on collaboration and shared responsibility.

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5.0
Jun 10, 2026
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Pros

Xcelirate is a great place to work, but it is not somewhere you can coast. The expectations are high, the pace can be fast, and people are expected to take ownership of their work. That can be hard at times, but it also makes the work more rewarding. You are trusted with responsibility of the quality of your work, which I personally find valuable. The people are a big positive. In my experience, the team is smart, supportive and generally good to work with. There is a good mix of people from different backgrounds and the company does have a strong international feel. The compensation is also fair for the level of expectation. It is a demanding environment, but the salary/rates, benefits, flexibility and general perks make it feel worthwhile. If you want a low pressure role, it probably is not the right place. But if you want to work somewhere with high standards, interesting work and reasonable rewards, then it can be a very good place to be. Overall, I would recommend Xcelirate. It is hard work, but it is also fair, interesting and rewarding, with always some interesting problems to solve.

Cons

There are high expectations, so it might not suit people who prefer a more relaxed environment. You need to be comfortable taking ownership and adapting when things pivot, which is the reality of working in smaller teams comparing to large corporates.

5.0
Jun 15, 2026
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Pros

A very supportive and friendly team, with a lot of trust, flexibility and autonomy. People are always willing to help, share knowledge and work together. I also really appreciate the positive environment and the opportunity to contribute, learn and have a real impact on the product.

Cons

Honestly, I do not have any significant cons. As in any growing company, there may occasionally be small areas where processes or communication can be refined, but these are very minor and there is always openness to discuss them and improve together.

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