I really loved Avanade while I was working there and I at some point I thought this is the best place I ever worked at. However, since around 2020 I have noticed a huge shift in the culture, mainly driven by DEI policies and dependence on Microsoft and Sitecore partnerships
Note, Avanade is a consultancy firm, so if you're a person that likes being and staying on tools and you're good, you're eventually be pushed into management and there you may loose entirely the touch with tools.
Sudden Layoffs: Job security can be an illusion; there have been discreet redundancy waves where even employees with 7+ years of service were unexpectedly let go by managers who barely knew them.
Career Advisor Availability: Career advisors are not always accessible, and promotions can feel more like a favor than a merit-based decision, depending largely on your relationship with your advisor.
Redundancy Terms: There is a redundancy package, but it's often not the best deal, with little negotiation power for those affected. In 2024, two redundancy waves led to significant losses of experienced engineers.
Team Cohesion: The project-based work structure leads to a lack of team culture, making it tough to build long-term professional relationships due to constant staff rotation.
Offshore Project Challenges: Some projects involving offshore teams, particularly those based in India, have faced issues with code quality and maintenance.
Low quality off-shore workforce - communication can be a hurdle due to language differences and differing expectations on work ethics.
Partner Influence: Heavy reliance on Microsoft and Sitecore can sometimes stifle innovation or force the use of less-than-ideal tools due to partnership obligations.
Salary Competitiveness: Salaries for engineers might not always match the level of dedication, results, or passion shown, suggesting there's room for improvement in compensation.
