Lightspeed reviews

3.5

61% would recommend to a friend

(1,070 total reviews)
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Dax Dasilva

75% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

Lightspeed has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,070 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Lightspeed employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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1K reviews
4.0
Jan 25, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good work life balance and team

Cons

There are very busy seasons

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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!
5.0
Jan 23, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great facility, coworkers and culture was fantastic.

Cons

Salary was on the lower end of the industry. Growth opportunities happen rarely.

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Lightspeed Response
3mo
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to share your review and for the impact you made during your three-plus years at Lightspeed. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed our Montreal facilities and found our culture and team to be fantastic. We take great pride in our collaborative environment, and it is rewarding to know that the people and the atmosphere were highlights of your time with us. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding compensation and career progression. We are constantly reviewing our total rewards and internal career pathways to ensure we stay competitive and provide clear opportunities for our team members to grow. Your perspective is very helpful as we continue to refine these areas. Thank you again for your dedication over the years. We wish you nothing but the best in your next chapter!
5.0
Jan 21, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

remote, good pay, free lunch

Cons

a bit unorganized, but nothing major

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Lightspeed Response
3mo
Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to share your review and for the impact you made on our engineering team during your time with us. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the flexibility of remote work, our competitive compensation, and the onsite perks like our free lunches in Montreal. We aim to provide a supportive and rewarding environment for our developers, and we're glad these aspects stood out to you. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the organization of the team. Thank you again for your contributions to Lightspeed. We wish you nothing but the best in your next chapter!
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