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      Great people, great ideas, poor execution - Principal Software Engineer Blackbaud Employee Review

      2.0
      6 Apr 2023
      Principal software engineer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      - emphasis on volunteering and inclusion - structured atmosphere - great benefits

      Cons

      I was hired in a big swoop of people in 2021 just before the company announced it was going remote first. Then nearly as many or more were laid off over the course of my 18 month tenure, including me (rumor has it 200+). It seems like many public companies BB is cutting costs through people rather than processes, and keeping executives on board rather than seasoned employees. Some of the people let go had been there 20-30 years and will undoubtedly be replaced by inferior offshore talent without the domain knowledge necessary to move the business forward. I am not bitter, I have moved on to better things, but interview at your own risk.

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      5.0
      12 Apr 2026
      Marketing director
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Blackbaud is an outstanding place to work. The remote-first culture is a big bonus, but the people and the mission really make it what it is. They are well resourced and put a lot of care into making their employees feel seen, valued and respected. The leadership teams make it a priority to have healthly discourse and ensure accountability from all team members. I love it here!

      Cons

      Long hours but it is worth it because it is a great place to work!

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      Blackbaud Response
      1mo
      Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and positive review. We’re glad to hear that the remote-first culture, the people, and the mission resonate so strongly with you, and that you feel seen, valued, and respected in your work. Creating an environment rooted in purpose, accountability, and healthy dialogue is central to how we aim to show up for one another. We appreciate your perspective on the pace and recognize that experiences can vary, but it’s meaningful to hear that the work feels worthwhile and fulfilling for you. Thank you for your kind words and for being part of what makes this a great place to work.
      1.0
      27 May 2026
      Account manager
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Flexible remote work environment and good PTO

      Cons

      Extremely toxic sales culture here with boys club and clear favoritism. Sales director and VP are the reason for this as they are extremely unprofessional. Mass exodus is for a reason and unsure why HR is ignoring claims on sexism and favoritism with every female employee that seems to be leaving. No career growth or opportunities unless you are part of the boys club here as it is apparently and obvious. Ask the right questions before considering a job here. You are unable to be successful here with onboarding because of completely out of touch and delusional sales trainers. Seems like we are in a complete clown show here!

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      Blackbaud Response
      1w
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and perspective. We appreciate your recognition of the breadth of our product portfolio and the opportunities that can come from supporting a wide range of solutions and customers. We’re sorry to hear that your experience with management and organizational dynamics did not meet your expectations. We remain committed to fostering a culture where teams feel supported, work is meaningful, and people are connected through a shared purpose of driving social impact together.
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