Great place to contribute. - Principal Product Designer (IC) Toptal Employee Review

4.0
Nov 16, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Strong community and shared meaning of client and contractor success. I never feel the pressure of conceding on quality, while it is an understanding that there are different factors that determines success.

Cons

By the nature of it being fast paced, at times, some communications can slip through the cracks. It's not unusual in the nature technology sectors to have to follow up more than once to ensure alignment.

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5.0
Jul 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Toptal has been my favorite place to work so far! • The flexibility of remote work is amazing. • I’ve had the chance to work with fantastic clients. • The internal team is supportive, talented, and a pleasure to work with.

Cons

Sometimes it can take a bit longer to find a new engagement if you’re looking for opportunities in Asian time zones. In my experience, Europe and the Americas tend to have more opportunities and faster matching.

1.0
Jul 3, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Met some good dedicated employees and freelance workers.

Cons

Lack of any real industry solutions or capabilities since 100% of delivery services are freelance contractors. Model has been successful as providing staff augmentation to clients, but all intellectual capital and outcomes are owned by the clients or the freelancer. Toptal is simply a staffing platform broker who marks up the freelance talent. Great if you need a plumber, but not if you're planning to build a bathroom.

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