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For Software Developers - Software Developer Mindbody Employee Review

2.0
Aug 20, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Easy to get in and get your feet wet. It appears to be pretty hard to get fired in the development department.

Cons

Development department is badly managed. About 80% of the software is written in ancient ASP code. There is still no active plan to try and get rid of the massive technical debt. People in higher management seem to be there only because they've been with the company for a long time and not because they're qualified. QA department is a joke, only requirement for the job position is to somewhat be able to use a web browser. They are useless otherwise and are a big impediment to getting work done. Current product owners are "yes men" for the higher ups. Work is not particularly challenging. Salary is jokingly low for a software developer. Only a few people are given creative freedom to actually attempt core changes on the software.

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5.0
May 29, 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Fully remote and great team members

Cons

No cons at this moment

4.0
Nov 11, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

During my time at Mindbody, I was fortunate to work in an incredibly supportive team environment. The team was collaborative, fostering a positive and productive atmosphere where everyone’s ideas were valued. My managers played a key role in creating this supportive culture. They were not only approachable and encouraging, but also inspiring leaders who gave me the freedom to take initiative and grow within my role. One of the most rewarding aspects of my experience was the creative freedom I was given. I had the opportunity to explore new ideas and approach challenges in innovative ways, which made the work both exciting and fulfilling. This level of trust and autonomy helped me build my confidence, expand my skills, and develop as a professional. Additionally, the work culture at Mindbody emphasized collaboration, making it easy to share ideas and tackle problems togethe

Cons

While my experience at Mindbody was largely positive, there were a few challenges I encountered. One significant issue was the constant turnover in leadership. This frequent change in management created a sense of instability, as new leaders would often come in with different priorities and approaches. As a result, it sometimes felt like no one was on the same page, leading to a lack of direction and clarity. This inconsistency caused a fair amount of disorganization within the company, making it difficult to align on goals and strategies. The shifting leadership dynamics created some challenges in maintaining a consistent workflow and made it harder to build long-term plans. Despite the supportive team environment, this lack of continuity in leadership was a noticeable drawback.

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