Bait-and-switch - Software Developer think-cell Employee Review

1.0
3 May 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Think-cell hires for a one year contract with the possibility of getting a permanent one. If you are hired permanently, you get a salary that is more than competitive.

Cons

Poor environment for mental health. Getting yelled at and put down by the owner is all too common. Out of 7 developers that were hired back-to-back, only one was offered a permanent position. 4 were fired within first couple of months and 2 quit. It is not worth the risk of having the stain on your resume which you will have to explain when interviewing for your next job.

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think-cell Response
10y
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your time at think-cell. We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your time with us. But we agree with you in one aspect: think-cell is not an easy company to get into. At the same time, those who make it through the first year stay with us for a long time. Over the last 14 years, only one developer chose to leave after a few years with us; everyone else is still working here. Those who stay with us get to work in a team of exclusively excellent developers, undoubtedly the best in their field. We have a lot to offer in terms of financial benefits (e.g. a raise to 120,000 EUR annually after one year), our generous relocation package, and freedom to work without deadlines. But at the same time our developers face algorithmic challenges that most would be unable to master, and we work with a high level of personal responsibility. The decision to let go of an employee during his or her probationary period is never an easy one to make, and nor should it be. At think-cell, this decision is not one to be taken by a single individual, however senior they may be, but is made by our developer team, based on their experience working with the new hire. We wish you all the best for your career.

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5.0
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Pros

Impressive product that dominates its' market. Mid-sized PE owned firm with HQ in Germany. Rapidly expanding. Majority of top companies and Consulting companies use think-cell.

Cons

Growing rapidy so there have been some minor growing pains.

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think-cell Response
10mo
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're pleased to hear your appreciation for our product and the strong market position we've built—especially as we continue to grow and expand globally. Growing quickly does come with its challenges, and we’re continuously working to smooth out those growing pains while keeping our focus on quality, culture, and long-term success. Best regards, People Team
5.0
18 Mar 2025
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Pros

Think-cell has a great onboarding process that really guarantees you know the product. The team is helpful and supportive, with many opportunities to connect with coworkers in other offices. I believe that this is a company that will be easy to grow with and they are always open to hearing new ideas. Being in office is productive and the Denver office specifically is in a great location with free parking available, as well as monthly happy hours and team events. Alex, our CEO, visits regularly so there are many opportunities to connect with him and hear from the C-suite.

Cons

I think that think-cell has great offerings. On the benefits side of thing, I do think that eventually having the 100% employer paid health care would be nice, as well as maybe a wellness stipend or discount for local gyms.

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think-cell Response
1y
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback—we’re so glad to hear about your positive experience with think-cell! It’s wonderful to know that the onboarding process helped you feel confident with the product from the start, and that you've found the team supportive and collaborative. We’re especially happy to hear that you see room to grow here and that the culture encourages new ideas—that’s exactly the kind of environment we aim to foster. We also appreciate your comments on our Denver office—it’s great to hear the location and community aspects, like happy hours and team events, are adding to your experience. Regular visits from Alex and the leadership team are important to us as a way of keeping everyone connected to our shared goals. Thank you as well for the thoughtful suggestion on benefits. We're always looking for ways to enhance our offerings, and feedback like yours plays a big role in guiding those conversations. Thanks again for taking the time to share your perspective! Best regards, People Team
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