Hewlett-Packard Employee Reviews for Product Developer

What do you like about working at Hewlett-Packard?

"Good co-workers, environment with many fringe benefits (cafeteria, gym, free printing, employee groups, etc.), largely self-managed."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"It's a casual environment. Be yourself. Be cautious of any products that are split between teams in different offices. Own your product, or be prepared to fight to keep it."

What don't you like about working at Hewlett-Packard?

"Work on the most high-profile products gets shipped overseas, high bureaucracy, frequently changing corporate direction, many early/late days due to collaborations with overseas offices."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Settle on a strategy. Don't push all resources into the new, hot item, only to abandon it when it's not an immediate success."