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3.0

44% would recommend to a friend

(7 total reviews)

Michael J. Flickinger

54% approve of CEO

44% positive business outlook

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7 reviews
1.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

You will learn and be exposed to a lot. I really enjoyed the work. The other Junior employees were great people.

Cons

During my time there, there wasn’t much structure for onboarding, which I think led to issues down the line. They called it a “trial by fire,” and it definitely felt that way. One thing that should have stood out was that the core team was made up entirely of junior employees. Management also felt disorganized. For context, two people left during my relatively short time there. There were some micromanagement quirks as well, such as having to log and track our time in a Google Sheet for every single task, every single day. I would be entering my time and could see the CEO and COO hovering over our sheets. Other things I think are worth pointing out: * Pay wasn’t great (around $60k–$70k) * No benefits * On-call responsibilities * Micromanagement * Fully on-site

2.0
Dec 9, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Small team, broad exposure to the product, and coworkers who genuinely try to support one another. Real opportunities to learn different parts of software development regardless of title and make an impact.

Cons

Leadership conduct was the most concerning part of my experience. Professional boundaries were not consistently maintained, and certain interactions and communication from leadership occasionally created an uncomfortable or unprofessional atmosphere. The company has no dedicated HR role. With the COO also acting as the point of contact for HR concerns, employees do not have an independent channel for raising sensitive issues. Despite the company’s age, foundational processes like design and documentation are underdeveloped. Testing practices changed only after issues occurred rather than through planned improvements. This reactive structure contributed to release instability and avoidable stress. Onboarding expectations are high. New employees are given significant responsibilities very early, with the assumption that they will proactively identify knowledge gaps. This model does not account for situations where the necessary information was never provided in the first place. Leadership occasionally framed PTO or holidays as conditional, which added unnecessary pressure.

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Bizowie Response
7mo
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We appreciate your acknowledgment of the collaborative environment within our team. That said, several points in your review warrant clarification. The allegations regarding leadership conduct, professional boundaries, and PTO practices are unfounded and do not reflect the standards or day-to-day reality of our workplace. We hold clear expectations for professionalism, and after reviewing the concerns you referenced, we found nothing to substantiate them. Our decision not to introduce a dedicated HR role at this stage is deliberate, as it allows employees to address concerns directly with decision-makers rather than through a separate administrative layer. This structure has proven more responsive, respectful, and transparent for our team. We understand that the shift from an academic environment to a professional one can be challenging, which is precisely why we emphasize proactive communication and accountability; both of which are non-negotiable in a real-world setting. Unlike academic environments, professional teams cannot operate on the assumption that all information will be prepackaged or provided unprompted. Employees are expected to identify gaps, ask questions, and actively engage with available resources. This is a standard expectation in any high-performing organization. Those who take ownership adapt quickly; those who do not may understandably struggle. We provide the tools and access needed for success, but the initiative to use them must come from the individual. We stand by the integrity of our leadership and the professionalism of our workplace. While we appreciate the opportunity to correct these inaccuracies, the portrayal in your review does not align with the experiences of our team or the culture we work to maintain. We anticipated that any challenges you encountered would be communicated directly to us, especially given the respect and support consistently extended to you by management. It is unfortunate that, when faced with constructive managerial feedback on your work that you didn’t completely agree with, you chose to step away rather than allow us the opportunity to discuss the concern and work toward a resolution together. We wish you the best in your future endeavors.
1.0
Feb 5, 2024

Terrible Culture

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

You will learn perl and work with a small term.

Cons

Micromanagement. Uninspiring CEO who does not care about culture or employees and works them to death. COO is a micromanager and she does not care about people. My boss was good.

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Bizowie Response
2y
We understand that losing employment can be a difficult mental space, but as an employer we find it important to call out the false accusations made in this post. First and foremost, we find it concerning that you characterize our company as one plagued by micromanagement, particularly when your own work habits were far from transparent. Contrary to your assertions, the work pattern of only two hours a day does not reflect a commitment to your role or to the success of the team, nor does it qualify as being “worked to death.” Such behavior is unacceptable and directly undermines the trust and integrity essential to our workplace culture. Micromanagement is not our approach to leadership; however, accountability and performance are essential for the success of any organization. Your comments regarding our CEO and COO are equally troubling. As leaders of our organization, they are deeply committed to fostering a positive and supportive work environment for all employees. Your portrayal of them as uninspiring and uncaring is unfounded and does not align with the values and principles they uphold. We understand that every employee may have their own perception of the workplace environment. However, it is essential to distinguish between constructive feedback and baseless criticism. Your failure to fulfill your job responsibilities and your misleading portrayal of our leadership team undermine the credibility of your feedback. In conclusion, we encourage you to reflect on your own actions and take accountability for your behavior during your time with our company. We wish you the best in your future endeavors, and we hope that you will approach your future roles with a greater sense of responsibility and integrity.
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