Pros
For most of my time here, this was a genuinely great place to work. The product is used by millions, and that created real pride in the work. The people were the best part: talented, kind, and collaborative. I made real friends here, all of whom I deeply respect. For years, the culture felt healthy, trusting, and focused on doing good work. I was part of a team made up mostly of remote workers that consistently delivered high-quality results, showing that remote collaboration was not a limitation when trust and clarity were present.
Cons
Recently, the company has changed in noticeable ways. There has been a clear but indirect shift away from supporting remote workers, communicated subtly rather than openly, creating uncertainty instead of transparency. Given the proven performance of fully remote teams, this shift feels less about results and more like a convenient explanation for perceived delivery challenges, combined with a growing preference for tighter control. HR communication has become increasingly impersonal, with important messages delivered via AI-generated podcasts, which feels inappropriate for serious matters. New managers hired in the last period show little openness to feedback. Concerns and risks raised by experienced team members are dismissed, and decisions are pushed through without real discussion. The lowest point was the sudden layoff of several long-term contractors, some with over 10 years at the company. Layoffs were handled via a 15-minute call, with no real explanation and no visible sign of empathy. Access to accounts was revoked immediately, signaling a complete lack of trust. The company stated this was not related to performance or location, yet new job postings for the same roles appeared the following day, explicitly Stockholm-based.