However, recent developments have raised concerns, including reports of over 300 layoffs across various locations.
One of the company’s long-standing challenges appears to stem from its hiring practices between 2020 and 2022. During that period, technical interview standards were reportedly lowered, resulting in the onboarding of underqualified professionals—some of whom have been promoted to senior roles. This has led to client dissatisfaction, erosion of trust, and reputational damage in key markets such as the UAE and the U.S.
For professionals aiming to grow in a high-performance environment, this situation can be limiting. In some cases, a lack of technical competence has also created toxic and unproductive work dynamics. Additionally, leadership and promotion decisions are often perceived to be driven more by personal relationships than by merit or demonstrated skill.
Salaries have reportedly stagnated for over three years, and several U.S.-based clients have withdrawn services. While the company is expanding through partnerships, feedback on the quality of service remains mixed—even from partners. Globant’s growth in key regions like Germany, the UK, and Italy has been modest, and in the U.S., clients are increasingly turning to more cost-effective vendors with stronger technical expertise."
