Happily Employed, stable and accommodating - Software Engineer RLI Employee Review

5.0
Mar 4, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Great work-life balance, good pay and benefits (ESOP) Employees are empowered and encouraged to take ownership of their work, hands-off management if you're hitting deadlines Tons of domain knowledge in the company (most employees have been here 5+ years) and everybody is willing to help Very easy to see myself working here for another 5 years

Cons

You're not going to be working on cutting-edge technology Even if the pay is good the IT department is fairly small, full of long-time employees, and job titles tend to be flat with not much room for career advancement Struggle to fill open positions (high expectation/standard for new hires, based in Peoria, lack of basic insurance knowledge in applicants)

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RLI Response
4y
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback!

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5.0
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Pros

Great discussions among all departments.

Cons

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5.0
May 29, 2026
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Pros

RLI has a strong employee-ownership culture and a work environment where people are trusted to take ownership of what they do. The company is relatively flat, which gives employees visibility, access to leadership, and a better understanding of how their work affects the broader organization. Senior management is approachable in a way I have not experienced at other companies, and there is a real effort to listen to employee feedback through direct conversations, exit interviews, and companywide surveys. I also appreciate working with people who care about doing their jobs well and understand that their performance and conduct affect the company as a whole. For employees who are self-starters, think strategically, and take pride in their work, RLI can be a very positive place to build a career.

Cons

Because RLI is relatively flat and gives people a lot of ownership, it may not be the best fit for someone who wants a highly structured environment, frequent direction, or a clearly mapped career path at every step. Advancement and development often require self-advocacy, patience, resourcefulness, and a willingness to look for opportunities rather than waiting for them to be handed to you. That is not necessarily a negative, but it can be an adjustment depending on what type of environment someone is used to.

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RLI Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your experience and for highlighting the aspects of our culture that make RLI unique. We're proud to foster an environment built on ownership, accessibility and meaningful employee feedback, and we appreciate your perspective on the opportunities that come with taking initiative and shaping your own career path.
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