I've worked many places...New Relic is *by* *far* the best of them all... - Principal Software Engineer New Relic Employee Review

5.0
Jan 30, 2014
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Pros

***This is an update to my previous review.*** I've been here going on two years, and New Relic is *still* my favorite place to work. I wanted to update my previous review, because two of the "cons" in my previous review have been addressed by the company: - Health insurance options. They changed health insurance providers and added an additional option. The net result is the health insurance coverage in Washington state are top notch, good quality offering at a decent rate. It is (now) definitely in line with other major companies in the area (in particular, it's as good as Amazon was when I worked there). - Office location. We've moved to our permanent office. Not only is it a great office, but it is much more centrally located and more accessible to transportation options. Only disadvantage transportation-wise to the new location is parking is more expensive than the old office.

Cons

Company is growing quite fast and I am concerned about growing pains -- will our culture continue as we grow? I know it will change, but will it get better or worse? This is an unknown at this time.

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5.0
Feb 25, 2026
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Pros

New Relic truly walks the walk. I love that the company leans into a Challenger Mindset; it creates a dynamic where we are always improving and staying ahead of the curve. Even as a new hire, my perspective feels valued. Beyond the tech, the culture is unprecedented. Everyone is incredibly helpful and stays Accountable to one another. It’s rare to find a place that is this friendly while still maintaining a high bar for getting work done.

Cons

Still in the honeymoon phase, but navigating the vast amount of internal documentation can be a bit of a whirlwind during the first month; definitely feel like "drinking from a fire hose." While the team is supportive, the sheer volume of information can be overwhelming for a newcomer.

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New Relic Response
4mo
Thank you for the great review! We’re thrilled that you’re experiencing our 'Challenger Mindset' firsthand and feeling valued as a new Relic. We also appreciate your feedback on the onboarding 'fire hose' and are committed to streamlining our documentation to help our new hires dive in even faster."
5.0
Jun 28, 2026
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Pros

Man, this was a great company back in the day. Almost everyone is gone now.

Cons

Horrific middle management. This was all a long time ago though. The people I worked with are all gone.

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New Relic Response
1w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear you have fond memories of your time with us and the colleagues you worked alongside. We also acknowledge your comments regarding management, and we appreciate your perspective as we continue working to support our teams and shape our culture. We wish you all the best in your next chapter!
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