Great Company, Great Vision, Great Business - Senior Full-Stack Developer Instant Financial Employee Review

5.0
Feb 2, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Instant has been a great place to work so far. A startup with funding in place, management that has a history of successfully launching other companies, a great business model, and is seeking to make the world a better place. Instant is seeking to "Empower Working Lives". We have a new way of doing payrole that enables employees to get todays pay today when they need it. So they're able to pay their bills without late fees, payroll loans, etc. Management moves at an aggressive pace, while respecting and listening to their employees. Employees are able to work very flexible hours, so long as they can get the work done. Ontario employees work from home too!

Cons

Team has Staff in Montreal, Vancouver, Tampa FL, and Ontario. So while we are in constant communication on Slack and have regular team calls, face-to-face doesn't happen as often as would be nice.

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5.0
Sep 17, 2025
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Pros

Instant is filled with smart, driven people who truly care about helping frontline workers access their pay when they need it most. The mission is inspiring, and you feel the impact of your work every day. The culture encourages freedom, flexibility, and accountability. You’re trusted to do your job and deliver results. As a startup, there’s plenty of opportunity to wear many hats, collaborate cross-functionally, and move fast. It’s a great environment if you enjoy versatility, challenges and problem solving.

Cons

Like most startups and lean teams, things move fast and the to do list is never ending. You really have to focus on doing what's most impact or you will get caught up doing busy work.

4.0
Mar 2, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

- On a sea of RTO uncertainty, Instant is still committed to remote work as the norm - Cool tech to work with - Very close-knit group of individuals, you will learn a lot - Has a very relaxed PTO policy (within reason) - Full health, dental and even vision benefits - 401(k) contribution match available

Cons

- No bonus, stocks or any other compensation besides your base salary - Raises have been lackluster (or inexistent lately)

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