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(based on 63 Software Engineer Review Ratings)
"It was great working with IBM. Experience of a lifetime, both work and fun."
Posted 15 years ago in San Jose, CA
Software Engineer
in Woodbridge, NJ

What don't you like about working at IBM?

"It was a outsourcing contract at Pathmark (Super Market chain). Old legacy systems and software running on individual solaris boxes on each stores."

Software Engineer
Person You Work For 4.9 / 5 People You Work With 4.8 / 5 Work Setting 4 / 5
Support You Get 4.8 / 5 Rewards You Receive 5 / 5 Growth Opportunities 2.1 / 5
Company Culture 1.9 / 5 Way You Work 3 / 5
Software Engineer
Person You Work For 5 / 5 People You Work With 5 / 5 Work Setting 5 / 5
Support You Get 5 / 5 Rewards You Receive 5 / 5 Growth Opportunities 5 / 5
Company Culture 5 / 5 Way You Work 5 / 5
Software Engineer
Rewards You Receive 3.1 / 5
Software Engineer
Person You Work For 4.7 / 5 People You Work With 4.9 / 5 Work Setting 3.9 / 5
Support You Get 4.4 / 5 Rewards You Receive 3.9 / 5 Growth Opportunities 4 / 5
Company Culture 4.5 / 5 Way You Work 4 / 5
Software Engineer
in Austin, TX

"IBM is a great place to work but rigid HR policies prevent a smooth transition from temporary to permanent positions."

What do you like about working at IBM?

"I've enjoyed the professional resources and encouragement I've received to learn everything I can about the subjects falling under my duty. IBM encourages employees to expand to the height of the personal and professional potential and the respect this company has earned in the industry is often reflected by response and attention I've always received when giving presentations to clients."

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

"Always seek to learn new skills and expertise, seeking to be the best in any field for which you've applied. Also be ready to demonstrate that you are a well rounded individual and involve yourself in company events which help expand your professional network. If you show these qualities to a hiring manager, you will most assuredly be considered for the position."

What don't you like about working at IBM?

"My current position is unable to meet my need for a long term position which lasts longer than 6 months at a time. This is despite my supervisor's desire to hire me permanently. I will truly miss my colleagues as I seek a more stable opportunity elsewhere."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"My management team is made up of top-notch individuals and I encourage them to continue the level of encouragement and team building which I have had the pleasure to experience while employed here."

Software Engineer

"IBM is a global leader which provides an excellent platform to learn and grow professionally and personally."

What do you like about working at IBM?

"IBM provides an equal opportunity for everyone to grow , they have various programs which help us understand our work better."

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

"If you are good at what you do and have an open mind to learn you will surely be an IBMer."

Software Engineer

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

"Do not give up. Continue to improve on your skills and your time will come."

Software Engineer
in Tucson, AZ

"Great entry position but lacks opportunity for growth."

What do you like about working at IBM?

"Great starting position."

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

"Be prepared."

What don't you like about working at IBM?

"Lack of growth opportunity."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Allow employees to seek other opportunities within the company."

Software Engineer

What do you like about working at IBM?

"I like the great pool of talent that can be used as a resource."

What don't you like about working at IBM?

"This pool of talent is regulated."

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