Is Lightspeed a good company to work for as a Software Developer?

Software Developer professionals working at Lightspeed have rated their employer with 3.9 out of 5 stars in 43 Glassdoor reviews. This is a higher than average score with the overall rating of Lightspeed employees being 3.5 out of 5 stars. Search open Software Developer Jobs at Lightspeed now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Software Developer interview questions at Lightspeed .

Does Lightspeed pay Software Developer employees well?

Software Developer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Lightspeed with 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 43 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 17.7% better than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Software Developer salaries at Lightspeed.

How happy are Software Developer professionals working at Lightspeed?

66% of Software Developer employees at Lightspeed would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 28% in the past 12 months. Software Developer professionals have also rated Lightspeed with a 4.3 rating for work-life-balance, 3.9 rating for diversity and inclusion, 4.0 rating for culture and values and 4.0 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Lightspeed?

Account Executive (54) , Sales Development Representative (SDR) (37) , Account Manager (36) , Sales (28) , Support Specialist (25) , Software Developer (24) , Implementation Consultant (19) , Software Engineer (18) , Senior Software Engineer (15) , Customer Support Specialist (14) , Technical Support Specialist (14) , Product Manager (13) , Technical Support (13) , Manager (12) , Customer Success Manager (11)

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

"Working remotely is a great benefit" ((in 128 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 120 reviews)); "The culture was great" ((in 102 reviews)); "great team building new product driven interesting role" ((in 49 reviews)); "It's also a great office, nice to work on Macs, and the paid OPUS pass is nice." ((in 41 reviews))

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

"Poor Management Bad Management" ((in 54 reviews)); "Salaries are low and comp plan is very confusing." ((in 37 reviews)); "People leaving and layoffs are common." ((in 26 reviews)); "There are some great managers in this company, but they are few and far between and usually don’t stay very long." ((in 20 reviews)); "Sometimes hours are long sometimes" ((in 14 reviews))

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Lightspeed Software Developer reviews

3.9

66% would recommend to a friend

(43 total reviews)

Dax Dasilva

96% approve of CEO

87% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.3

Compensation and benefits

4.0

Culture & values

4.0

Career opportunities

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Senior management

Software Developer employees have rated Lightspeed with 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 43 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer professionals have a good working experience there. Lightspeed is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the IT industry (3.9 stars).

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43 reviews

4.0

Jan 25, 2026

Very good

Software developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good work life balance and team

Cons

There are very busy seasons

Lightspeed Response

3mo

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It’s great to hear that you are enjoying the collaboration within your team and that our focus on work-life balance is a highlight of your experience. We truly believe that a supportive team environment is the foundation of our success. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the "busy seasons" we experience. We understand that peak periods can be demanding, and we are committed to ensuring our teams feel supported during these times while maintaining the balance you mentioned. Thank you again for your hard work and for being a valued part of the Lightspeed team!

4.0

Jan 16, 2026

Great Company

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great company to work with, especially there as everybody seems to be collaborative and wants you to exceed.

Cons

None I can think of besides they're only stationed in Montreal or Berlin.

Lightspeed Response

5mo

Thanks for sharing your review and for your time at Lightspeed. It’s great to hear that you experienced a collaborative and supportive environment and felt encouraged to succeed. We appreciate you taking the time to share this feedback and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

3.0

Nov 19, 2025

Unfair environment

Software developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good salary, free food, car park

Cons

Promotions here seem to be based more on visibility than on technical ability. There’s little attention given to individual contributors, compensation, or role clarity, and the criteria for advancement often feel inconsistent and unfair.

Lightspeed Response

5mo

Hi, thanks for taking the time to review and for the impact you’re making at Lightspeed. It’s good to hear that you value the salary and office benefits. We’re concerned by the feedback you’ve shared around fairness and growth, as this is not the experience we want for our people. We take this feedback seriously and use it to inform ongoing improvements. Thank you for sharing your perspective.

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