One of the worst companies I have ever worked for - Anonymous employee Canonical Employee Review

1.0
16 May 2022
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The ability to leave the company

Cons

You will be told Canonical is 'changing' within your interview process. Please do not believe this. The CEO continues to be overly controlling and creates one of the most toxic cultures you will ever experience. He thinks it's completely appropriate to fire people on the spot, he will tell you he cares about diversity and inclusion and yet he strives to create an elitist, type A, culture. He's surronded himself by people that will never say no to him. Why would they? They would be fired instantly! Please can I sincerely ask you to reconsidered joining this organisation! If you are good, you'll be resigning within two years.

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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
23 May 2026
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Pros

Met some interesting people, had some interesting conversations.

Cons

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