Up in Smoke - Software Engineer Weedmaps Employee Review

2.0
Mar 27, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

* comp was good initially * benefits * peers

Cons

* ineffective management at every level of the org. Junior level managers in senior management positions pretending to be senior managers. * Disaster of a product team * No clear promotional pathway - role responsibilities change almost daily. No feedback on why a promotion whet to an under-qualified colleague. Very misogynistic, good-ol-boys club. * Compensation changes wildly - bonus' appear and disappear every half year. Yearly comp increases do not outpace inflation * nobody knows how to improve the app and it's in serious decay. processes to approve work break down daily. Customers are leaving in droves * work gets cancelled all the time, so much code lives in the trash * top-talent is abandoning ship, but its being replaced with contractors and AI

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5.0
Aug 14, 2025
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Pros

I have nothing but good things to say. I would have stayed in my role, but my wife got a job that required us to move.

Cons

None. The company is well on track for success.

4.0
May 14, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

I’ve read many of the reviews here from both current and former employees, and while I respect everyone’s individual experience, I can only speak to my own. Weedmaps is filled with incredibly smart, passionate people who genuinely care about the industry and the company’s success. It is absolutely a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment, but much of that comes with the nature of the cannabis industry itself. During my interview process, the teams were very transparent about the startup culture, the pace of change, and the level of adaptability expected. If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy solving problems creatively, and are comfortable moving quickly, Weedmaps can be a great place to grow. If you prefer highly structured environments with slower change, it may not be the right fit for you.

Cons

One area where I do agree with some of the feedback shared in other reviews is around company-wide communication and visibility from leadership. I would appreciate more insight into what different teams across Weedmaps are working toward, as well as a clearer understanding of the company’s long-term vision and direction. That said, I also understand that open forums can sometimes become overly focused on negativity, which can make productive communication more difficult. I’d still love to see more consistent opportunities for transparent updates and alignment across the organization.

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