Be very, very careful - Software Engineer Blackbaud Employee Review

3.0
Mar 31, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- The people are genuinely great and really care what they're working on. - Your work helps non-profits, which feels incredible. - The benefits are pretty nice - The vacation is awesome

Cons

- The pay is not competitive at all - The company acts like working for them is the best thing you could ever do and subsequently don't work at all to keep you there - Software managers are promoted because they're good at developing, not because they're good at managing. Many of the managers are terrible managers. Good managers always leave for another company. - Developers use an internal spec system designed for non-technical customers instead of actually coding in some places. This kills development skills and makes it super hard to work elsewhere if you stay too long - It is re-org central. I know of plenty of people who have had 5+ managers in only a few years. I never had a manager do more than one review. - Promotion seems more based on favoritism than actual skill. - Managers are weirdly resistant to promotion (or even talks of promotion), even with positions that are not considered career level. - Managers claim to want to help you progress but also value "on the job training," which mostly translates to no help at all. - There is a sketchy lack of women managers in engineering and very few women developers. Most I've talked to did not feel welcomed and either changed positions or left the company. - Remote employees might as well not exist for all the attention they're given.

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5.0
Apr 12, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Blackbaud is an outstanding place to work. The remote-first culture is a big bonus, but the people and the mission really make it what it is. They are well resourced and put a lot of care into making their employees feel seen, valued and respected. The leadership teams make it a priority to have healthly discourse and ensure accountability from all team members. I love it here!

Cons

Long hours but it is worth it because it is a great place to work!

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Blackbaud Response
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Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and positive review. We’re glad to hear that the remote-first culture, the people, and the mission resonate so strongly with you, and that you feel seen, valued, and respected in your work. Creating an environment rooted in purpose, accountability, and healthy dialogue is central to how we aim to show up for one another. We appreciate your perspective on the pace and recognize that experiences can vary, but it’s meaningful to hear that the work feels worthwhile and fulfilling for you. Thank you for your kind words and for being part of what makes this a great place to work.
3.0
Jun 30, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Remote First company with a dedication to mission and values across the non-profit sector.

Cons

Tough to advance with such longevity among senior leaders.

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