Working at Smith Micro Software in Pittsburgh, PA: 3 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Pittsburgh, PA Area

"Developing publicly available advanced applications for Android Platform Maintaining and testing the existing applications and writing tests for new features. Took initiative in learning react native and went on to successfully develop various features under minimal supervision."

"The company is in a downturn at the moment and people are jumping ship. Smith Micro has just reduced the corporate staff by one third, but interestingly enough did not let go of any management. They let go of small salary team members that made a difference. it is my sincere hope that the management team can turn this ship around and get us into calmer waters. There is great potential for Smith Micro to be successful considering the 30 years of industry longevity."

"Patching holes on a sinking ship..."

What do you like about working at Smith Micro Software?

"They ask relatively little of anyone, easy place to hide out, career wise, if you wanted to do that."

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

"They want people that fall in line with their 1980s development practices, do not challenge the status quo or attempt to show them modern best practices or industry standards."

What don't you like about working at Smith Micro Software?

"Upper management has no clue how to develop software or manage an engineers."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Start rewarding your engineers who are trying to modernize your development practices rather than laying them off. Get a clue about how modern software is developed."