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      A once-great software company that took a nose dive - Lead Engineer New Relic Employee Review

      2.0
      Apr 6, 2021
      Lead engineer
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      Pros

      * Decent pay. * Several smart people still working there.

      Cons

      * Poor product strategy that failed to address immediate market competition. * An "engineers must work harder (longer hours) to fix leadership's mistakes" attitude. * Culture and values have been almost completely abandoned. * Laying off hundreds of people annually. * Clearly on the road to acquisition. I worked at New Relic for 6 years and absolutely loved the first five years -- best job I ever had. Then I quit when I started to see early signs of these issues with bad responses from leadership. I'm so glad that I got out before they started laying off people in droves and treating the remaining employees like replaceable cogs.

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      5.0
      Feb 25, 2026
      Executive assistant
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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
      Learning experience designer
      Recommend
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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
      2w
      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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