Does Mastercard pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Mastercard employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Mastercard. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Mastercard?

82% of Mastercard employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Mastercard 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Mastercard?

Senior Software Engineer (400) , Director (363) , Software Engineer (357) , Consultant (350) , Manager (206) , Associate Consultant (202) , Associate Managing Consultant (200) , Vice President (198) , Product Manager (171) , Analyst (127) , Intern (119) , Software Engineer II (118) , Senior Analyst (109) , Project Manager (83) , Business Leader (81)

What are the pros of working at Mastercard according to real employee reviews?

"Good work life balance and if willing to learn new thing you will have ample scope." ((in 1010 reviews)); "Many companies talk about have a great culture while Mastercard walks the talk on this." ((in 865 reviews)); "Great benefits and some stock options depending on the level" ((in 776 reviews)); "Some people are great and helpful" ((in 542 reviews)); "People become very content here because the pay is good and you don't have to work that hard." ((in 295 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Mastercard according to real employee reviews?

"Career progression can be slow and challenging." ((in 59 reviews)); "Long hours depending on department; such a large company that you may feel like a small fish in a big pond" ((in 58 reviews)); "Senior management is not transparent." ((in 54 reviews)); "Too much politics coupled with a useless HR who is basically a puppet of Senior Management and not truly a support to people." ((in 44 reviews)); "Obvious favoritism at an all" ((in 34 reviews))

What are employees saying about Mastercard layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Mastercard layoffs and their outlook for job security at Mastercard in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Mastercard locations?

Buenos Aires , Córdoba , Salta

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4.1

82% would recommend to a friend

(7,722 total reviews)

Michael Miebach

87% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.1

Culture & values

4.1

Work/Life balance

4.0

Compensation and benefits

3.9

Career opportunities

3.6

Senior management

Mastercard has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 7,722 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Mastercard employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Finanzas industry (3.7 stars).

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8K reviews

5.0

Aug 13, 2014

wonderful experience

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

So far my thoughts about Mastercard are very positive. The people and the environment is very friendly. The employees really are commited to the organiztion and management sees it. I can say that I am proud to be a part of this company and look forward to seeing the future here. I would for sure tell friends and family that this is a great place to work.

Cons

there are no cons that I have seen

Mastercard Response

11y

So glad that your early experience is so positive! Thanks for sharing....

2.0

Aug 7, 2014

Uncomfortable and hostile at the lower to middle management level.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hiring new and younger employees while maintaining existing generations which provides a broad spectrum of existing experience and new ideas. Benefits are still reasonable and there is a matching 401k which starts vesting in the first year. Senior management is absolutely moving in the right direction.

Cons

Old school hostility still exists in pockets. Attempts are being made to clean up unacceptable behavior but it's like moving a battleship.

5.0

Aug 4, 2014

Admirable Culture

Consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The companies culture is extremely impressive. I have worked as a contractor for a little over a year and recently became an employee and couldnt be happier. I worked for another company based in St. Louis for 5 years and they are night/day with MasterCard. There is lots of employee appreciation and a also a committement to employee growth.

Cons

Any time you are working in IT there will be lots of challenges with the work which can be stressful at times. The only thing is it is very hard to come into this company as an employee without knowing someone first.

Mastercard Response

11y

Culture is a key driver when people consider working for any Brand - thanks for your thoughts!

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