Non-stop learning in a friendly and supportive environment - Software Engineer Skyscanner Employee Review

4.0
26 Mar 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Supports and encourages constant personal development / learning - Unafraid to admit to mistakes, learn from it and move on (right up the the CxO level) - Exciting product with huge ambition for the future - Trusting working environment with great options for flexible work - Beautiful central London office - Recruitment sincerely cares about culture fit of their new hires which works well for Skyscanner and those starting new positions - They employ grown-ups: none of the infantilising tech company gimmicks to be found here

Cons

- Strategy amendments appear to happen quite frequently - think twice about applying if you're not comfortable adjusting to change [kind of a con but I'm happy about it if we're making changes for the right reasons] - Strenuous and tiring interview day process - I was shattered afterwards! - Strategy changes take a while to materialise and the interim period can feel a bit like you're spinning your wheels

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5.0
30 Apr 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great culture. You truly get the sense that people care for one another and want the full team to succeed, not just individuals. High exposure to commercial strategy early on Even in junior roles, you’re not just pushing buttons, you're helping to solve complex challenges. That’s rare and valuable. Cross-functional visibility. You get a front-row seat to how product, commercial, and marketing intersect, especially in Ads. Good place to understand how a travel marketplace actually operates. Ownership culture (if you lean into it). If you’re proactive, you can carve out scope quickly. Global exposure. Working across regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC) gives a broader view of how airlines and OTAs operate differently, which is useful for long-term career growth.

Cons

All the flexibility and benefits above come with the con of being a bit too flexible at times, leading to gaps in effective tooling and resource to tackle things in a timely manner. However, this is mitigated by the collaborative culture.

5.0
11 Apr 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great office environment Very welcoming team and inclusive atmosphere Excellent facilities Enjoyable social events and strong perks (travel, health, insurance)

Cons

Limited office space Challenges working across multiple time zones

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