Legacy tech stack, junior staff in lead positions - Engineering & Infrastructure Rimes Technologies Employee Review

2.0
7 Aug 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Work/life balance - Office location - Remuneration/Benefits

Cons

- Ageing technology with increasing technical debt - High attrition rate for a relatively small IT team (London) - Inexperienced junior staff promoted to leader roles/nepotism - Personal development non-existent - Firm bought out by yet another private equity company

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Rimes Technologies Response
8mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for highlighting the positive aspects of your experience at Rimes, such as work/life balance, office location, and our benefits. We also hear your concerns regarding our technology stack, team structure, and personal development opportunities. Modernizing our technology and reducing technical debt are priorities for us, and we have begun investing in new tools and technical training to support our IT teams. We are also reviewing our approach to promotions and leadership development to ensure that all team members in leadership roles are equipped with the right experience and support. We recognize the importance of listening to feedback from both current and recently exited staff, particularly within IT and Infrastructure Engineering. Your input is being shared with our leadership team as we continue to refine our KPIs and focus on building a stronger, more resilient team. Thank you again for your honest review. Your feedback is invaluable as we work to improve and create a better environment for everyone at Rimes.

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5.0
13 Jan 2025
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Pros

Really nice people and great opportunities to grow

Cons

Somewhat niche work and industry

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Rimes Technologies Response
1y
Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoy working with our team and appreciate the growth opportunities. We understand that the work and industry can be somewhat niche, and we value your perspective. If you have any further suggestions or feedback, please feel free to share. Thank you for being a part of Rimes!
1.0
23 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

WFH possible Nice colleagues Hands on experience

Cons

Poor product direction Arrogant executive team with clear lack of direction Come up with cringe buzz words like “intelligence fabric” every six months that never resonates with employees or clients

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Rimes Technologies Response
1w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for recognising the flexibility, colleagues, and hands-on experience at Rimes. We’re sorry to hear your concerns around product direction and communication. Having a clear, consistent vision and ensuring it is well understood across the organisation is critical. As the business continues to evolve, we are focused on strengthening product clarity and alignment, as well as how we bring teams along that journey. We also take on board your feedback on how messaging resonates internally and externally. We appreciate your perspective and thank you for your continued contribution to Rimes.
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