Great team, OK product, so-so management - Anonymous employee New Relic Employee Review

2.0
Jun 10, 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

If you want to get yourself in the business of observability, you can do it in New Relic. Pretty diverse clients, Okay product and excellent people will be your attraction.

Cons

First, you have to live with annual layoffs. If this doesn't discourage you, next, you will deal with constantly changing leads and priorities. So, constantly changing, that you do get disoriented every so often. If you are okay with that, know, you could be fired “at a whim” and the time between successfully passed performance review and PIP could be weeks. So, people in New Relic are essentially disposable headcount. If you are okay with that, New Relic otherwise is a great place to be.

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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
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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