Bad culture, micromanagement, lots of people get fired - Anonymous employee Satispay Employee Review

2.0
21 Sept 2023
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good pay and benefits: free foreign language classes, 2 weeks of remote work, meal vouchers, free tax filing, snacks, free coffee, a nice office in a good location, and work-life balance.

Cons

Since I started working at Satispay, I've seen many people get fired, and lots of people didn't last through their probation period. Managers act like it's normal, even laughing about it (I am not joking, I saw it happening during working meetings and company parties). This makes me question their ability to hire the right people and the sincerity of the "We are a family" vibe they try to create. There's a culture of micromanagement at Satispay that top managers seem to promote. This means every little thing (even the most insignificant one) you do is closely watched, evaluated, and adjusted to conform to the established norms. You will quickly feel suffocated. Moreover, if you make any mistake, it's held against you. This is quite unreasonable; it's a company that doesn't tolerate even the slightest errors from its employees. The company is resistant to change, prefers employees who always agree, and struggles to nurture and develop senior talent effectively. I quickly lost motivation and regretted my decision to leave my previous job. My advice to those evaluating Satispay during the interview process is to reach out to current or former employees on LinkedIn. Speaking with people who have worked or are working at Satispay can provide valuable insights into what truly lies beneath the surface before making a decision to accept an offer.

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5.0
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Pros

After reading several reviews here, I felt that many of the more negative ones don’t really reflect the experience within the tech and engineering areas. From my perspective, it has been one of the best places to work at. The atmosphere is supportive and collaborative, with plenty of opportunities to take ownership and responsibility. Growth is absolutely possible, and when you contribute, it gets recognized. Compensation is also a standout point — for the Italian market, it’s genuinely top-tier. Since I’ve joined, I’ve consistently seen the right decisions being made — from building strong teams and bringing in the right engineering managers to making solid product direction choices. It gave me confidence in the organization and its long-term vision. Workload-wise, at least in tech, the culture is balanced: challenging when needed, but definitely not overwhelming like mentioned in other reviews. Overall, if you work in engineering or product, I would genuinely recommend this company. My experience has been excellent, and the environment has allowed me to grow, contribute, and work with great people.

Cons

As with any company, the experience depends on team and manager. One thing to note is that, after some time, the pace of technical hard-skill growth can slow down. The environment is great for ownership, autonomy, and impact, but it’s not the place where your technical ramp-up stays as fast as in the first years.

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Satispay Response
6mo
Thanks for the incredible feedback! We are thrilled that you’re feeling the power of our ownership culture. At Satispay, we believe great rewards, like top-tier compensation, come from great effort. We’re here to empower people through finance, and that starts with a team that takes full responsibility for outcomes. We know staying challenged is key for our senior talent. We’re committed to continuous improvement and using feedback to refine how we work. Let's keep pushing limits and sharing in the success we create together!!
4.0
23 Feb 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good work culture, time management

Cons

Nothing specific, need to extend hours

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Satispay Response
2mo
Thanks for the shout-out! So glad to hear you had a great time with us!
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