Pros
This is a fintech company, and their primary business involves earning significant revenue by facilitating money transfers between points A and B. Compensation tends to be approximately 20% higher compared to non-fintech companies. Interestingly, a large proportion of engineers—around half of them—hold the title of 'Principal.' For younger professionals looking to add 'Principal Engineer' to their CV, this company might be an attractive place to consider for an interview.
Cons
Reading the other reviews, one might wonder who wrote them. In reality, there seem to be only a handful of individuals in the engineering department who are genuinely satisfied—and they are often the ones perpetuating a culture of backstabbing, which appears to be the unspoken guiding principle of the team. The company’s engineering work doesn’t generate revenue directly; instead, it serves as a support function for the brokerage platform, streamlining financial operations. This structure devalues quality, leaving room for senior management to define priorities arbitrarily. Unfortunately, this has fostered an environment where practices like spying on colleagues, undermining others, prioritizing compliance over integrity, and enduring excessive burnout are not just tolerated but embedded in the department’s culture. Perhaps the most striking aspect is the atmosphere during meetings. Employees often refrain from speaking up, as expressing an opinion can result in abrupt consequences, including termination within weeks. Despite this, senior management continues to emphasize "independence," "ownership," and "constructive opinions," creating a stark contradiction between stated values and actual practices. HR also plays a role in maintaining this dynamic, with promotions seemingly tied to their ability to reinforce the status quo.