3 mass layoffs in 3 years - Backend Engineer GoStudent Employee Review

1.0
26 Feb 2024
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Pros

There are no advantages at all in this company

Cons

The managerial understanding seems somewhat lacking, and there's a noticeable absence of metrics to gauge work effectiveness, rendering operations less efficient. The developers' competency appears questionable, judging from their track record spanning the company's seven-year existence. Such levels of unprofessionalism are rare in my two decades of experience in the field. The owners' approach seems out of sync, resembling children dabbling in business matters with their family's resources. Despite three instances of mass layoffs within three years, totaling over 1,500 job losses, the company continues its hiring spree. It's perplexing that relevant authorities haven't addressed this pattern, as essentially, the company disrupts stable employment by laying off workers and leaving them unemployed.

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5.0
17 Nov 2022
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Pros

There really were only pros working at GoStudent, I loved my time there

Cons

Can’t really say there was any

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Hi, Thank you very much for your fantastic feedback. We are so happy to hear that your time at GoStudent was such a positive one for you. We wish you lots of success in your new challenge! Anna Director of HR Operations
3.0
5 Jan 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good hour rate, good communication with the team.

Cons

Income may vary; not a long-term job

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