Is New Relic a good company to work for as a Software Developer?

Software Developer professionals working at New Relic have rated their employer with 3.1 out of 5 stars in 107 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of New Relic employees being 3.5 out of 5 stars. Search open Software Developer Jobs at New Relic now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Software Developer interview questions at New Relic .

Does New Relic pay Software Developer employees well?

Software Developer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at New Relic with 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 107 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 2.6% better than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Software Developer salaries at New Relic.

How happy are Software Developer professionals working at New Relic?

57% of Software Developer employees at New Relic would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 13% in the past 12 months. Software Developer professionals have also rated New Relic with a 3.5 rating for work-life-balance, 3.4 rating for diversity and inclusion, 3.1 rating for culture and values and 3.3 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at New Relic?

Software Engineer (107) , Senior Software Engineer (100) , Account Executive (70) , Technical Support Engineer (43) , Enterprise Account Executive (42) , Sales (27) , Solutions Consultant (25) , Engineering Manager (18) , Lead Software Engineer (18) , Senior Solutions Consultant (18) , Sales Representative (15) , Technical Account Manager (14) , Manager (13) , Senior Account Executive (13) , Senior Technical Support Engineer (13)

What are the pros of working at New Relic according to real employee reviews?

"The people at New Relic are great to work with and very helpful!" ((in 191 reviews)); "Culture is great and inclusive" ((in 181 reviews)); "Good benefits and people to work with" ((in 86 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 77 reviews)); "Good pay for remote positions especially if you live outside the West Coast" ((in 61 reviews))

What are the cons of working at New Relic according to real employee reviews?

"Senior leadership only thinking about the short term." ((in 65 reviews)); "Bad management especially in engineering teams that trickle down to the directors below." ((in 59 reviews)); "C suite leadership has openly gone back on promises and there are annual layoffs" ((in 57 reviews)); "No job security." ((in 8 reviews)); "The company runs entirely on politics and favoritism." ((in 6 reviews))

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3.1

57% would recommend to a friend

(107 total reviews)

Ashan Willy

48% approve of CEO

39% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Career opportunities

3.1

Culture & values

2.4

Senior management

Software Developer employees have rated New Relic with 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 107 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer professionals have a good working experience there. New Relic is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.6 stars).

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107 reviews

5.0

May 27, 2025

Great work/life balance

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- leading projects - learning everyday

Cons

- no stocks - layoffs

2.0

May 6, 2025

Solid product overshadowed by unstable management

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Top of the line product - Great pay

Cons

- Clueless management - No long term vision

New Relic Response

We acknowledge your feedback and concerns and will work to do a better job with communicating our vision and long term plans with the company. Thank you for your feedback and best of luck in your future endeavors.

5.0

May 2, 2025

Outstanding Benefits and Work Flexibility Fuel Growth and Innovation

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

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Exceptional Employee Benefits: New Relic provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and generous time-off policies, which truly support employee well-being. Work Freedom: The company promotes a flexible work culture, allowing employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance. Innovative Products: With cutting-edge technology and a focus on innovation, New Relic’s products offer employees excellent opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement. Working on these products is both challenging and rewarding. Strong Company Culture: Emphasis on collaboration and transparency creates a positive and engaging work environment where employees feel valued and motivated.

Cons

Need for More Development Opportunities: While there is room for growth, additional training programs and resources could be beneficial for employees wishing to further advance their skills.

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