Thoughtworks reviews

3.1

45% would recommend to a friend

(3,391 total reviews)
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Mike Sutcliff

56% approve of CEO

28% positive business outlook

Thoughtworks has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 3,391 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Thoughtworks employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
5.0
May 31, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The people at Thoughtworks are what truly set us apart, driving a brilliant culture of innovation and a strong sense of community. This is clear through events like the recent Gather, where the May Gather with Kids created unforgettable family memories, providing a grand, wholesome meal served on fresh banana leaves and delicious treats from the Carnival Corner food station. Additionally, the commitment to technical excellence continues with initiatives like the Hackathon, where participants build bold solutions and are rewarded with cool prizes and Thoughtworks Goodies, ensuring the experience is both fun and deeply rewarding for everyone involved.

Cons

The daycare tie-ups are quite limited (currently only one) compared to other organizations. Similarly, while transportation support exists, it does not appear to be as well-established or prioritized in practice as it is in some other organizations.

5.0
May 31, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Incredible Culture and People: The absolute best part of Thoughtworks is the collaborative, inclusive, and flat environment. You are surrounded by brilliant, passionate people who are always willing to mentor and share knowledge. - Engineering Excellence: There is a strong emphasis on best practices (Agile, TDD, pair programming) which makes it a phenomenal place to sharpen your technical and consulting skills. - Autonomy and Flexibility: Excellent work-life balance with genuine support for remote/hybrid flexibility and personal well-being. - Social Impact: The company's genuine commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice is reflected in the day-to-day work environment, not just on paper.

Cons

- Consulting Variety: Because it is a consulting firm, your day-to-day experience, tech stack, and overall pacing can vary quite a bit depending on the specific client project you are assigned to. - Community Pacing: Balancing demanding client deliverables while trying to actively participate in internal community capabilities can sometimes require extra effort to manage your time effectively.

4.0
May 30, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

friendly colleague and good learning opportunity

Cons

benefits can be better and experience depends on project

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Thoughtworks Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. I'm sure you know, feedback is what allows our culture to grow and improve. And all Thoughtworkers are empowered to speak up especially if they don't agree with something so thank you for using your voice.
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