- Frequent yearly redundancies have created uncertainty and negatively impacted morale across teams.
- The entire QA/Testing was made redundant under the justification of AI adoption, significantly reducing dedicated testing resources.
- Another cost cutting measure, was shutting down the Glasgow head office.
- Developers are increasingly expected to take on QA and testing responsibilities in addition to their core workload.
- Private medical insurance benefits have been reduced to a £1,000 annual outpatient allowance with a £200 excess, leaving limited practical coverage despite being a taxable benefit.
- Bonus structures have become unclear and inconsistent over time. Cash bonuses previously included through PAYE were removed in favor of a small salary increase, followed by a stock-based loyalty/performance scheme. Since the takeover by Thoma Bravo, there has been little communication or clarity regarding future loyalty or bonus programs.
- Company-wide meetups and team activities have been scaled back. Previously, teams gathered annually, but these events have been removed as part of cost-cutting measures.
- Limited investment is made in professional development and certifications.
- Pay rises are no where near the cost of living and inflation in the UK.
