Solid place to grow & have a career - Software Engineer Forward Financing Employee Review

4.0
May 20, 2024
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Pros

Every member of the Engineering department is great to work with. There's unlimited PTO, good benefits, competitive pay, and full-time remote positions. The opportunities to grow and develop your skills are there, you just have to make yourself heard and take advantage of them when possible.

Cons

Feels like the culture of the company, or at least the engineering department, has taken a hit lately. Company seems to be "growing up" in the sense that it's getting to be all about pushing out new features and finishing the latest "high priority" project (there's a newer, higher priority project every week somehow), less flexibility to do R&D or reduce tech debt.

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Forward Financing Response
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy working with your team and appreciate the benefits Forward offers, such as unlimited PTO and workplace flexibility. We are deeply committed to employee growth and development, and it's fantastic to know you are making the most of these opportunities. We always encourage open communication between team members and their managers to support your career aspirations and goals. At Forward, we strive to cultivate an open, innovative, and inclusive culture that grows and evolves with our business. Our top priority is to develop our business and technology to ensure the best possible experience for our team members, partners, and customers. All this said, we value your feedback and would love to hear more of your thoughts. We encourage you to reach out to your manager or anyone in People & Culture with any concerns, questions, or suggestions you may have. Thanks for being a member of the Forward team!

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5.0
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Pros

Top-Tier Compensation & Resources: The company pays very well and genuinely invests in its employees by providing excellent resources to help us succeed. Incredible Culture & Team: My coworkers and team members are amazing, hardworking, and deeply dedicated. There is a strong sense of camaraderie, and we do truly meaningful work together every day. Fantastic Remote Environment: The remote work setup is seamless and highly effective, making it a wonderful place to work from anywhere. Rewarding Leadership: As a manager, it is incredibly fulfilling to support my team, solve problems for our customers, and cross the finish line on major tasks. I feel genuinely lucky to be a part of this organization.

Cons

Learning Curve & Operational Complexity: The environment is very fast-paced, and the product itself is highly complex. It takes a significant amount of time to learn the ins and outs, which naturally makes managing the operations space a bit challenging. Heavy Manual Workload: There are a lot of manual reviews required, which can lead to an increased workload for managers. Growing Pains: Right now, there is a lot of reliance on "tribal knowledge" and navigating gray areas. As the company continues to expand, leadership will need to prioritize building more standardized, scalable processes to ease the operational burden.

5.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

Amazing company to work for. The team is incredibly supportive, and everyone is always willing to help and answer questions. The collaborative environment makes it easy to learn, grow, and feel valued as an employee. I truly appreciate the positive culture and the encouragement I receive from my colleagues and leadership.

Cons

None at this time. I am really enjoying my experience working here and look forward to continuing to grow with the company.

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