Not a place to grow - Senior Software Engineer LPL Financial Employee Review

2.0
11 Nov 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Time work balance Benefits Opportunity to make an impact on direct team

Cons

LPL is years behind in their practices. Budget issues come up so often, it's normal for people to be underpayed. Most practices that are industry standards are approved by architecture, which is asleep 99% of the time, so things move very slow. Most architects and tech management are not tech driven, which maje challenges hard to communicate.

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5.0
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Pros

Great Resources and support teams!

Cons

Too much back office turnover at times leaves support team lacking accurate answers

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2.0
23 May 2026
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Pros

LPL Financial offers a flexible hybrid work model, which is one of the better aspects of the company. Managers are generally not overly strict about specific in-office days, giving employees some flexibility in managing their schedules.

Cons

Work-life balance is a major challenge. Weekend release work is common, often averaging two weekends per month, yet there is no overtime compensation. Employees are essentially expected to work a full workweek plus weekends when needed, which has contributed to high turnover on some teams. The culture can also feel harsh and impersonal. Leadership rarely expresses appreciation or recognition for employee contributions, which negatively impacts morale. Some managers come across as cold or overly task-focused, creating an environment where employees feel valued only for output rather than as people. There also appears to be a lack of trust between employees and leadership. Many teammates do not seem confident that leadership understands or genuinely addresses their concerns. Overall, morale feels low, and recognition for strong performance appears limited.

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