Outdated technology - Software Developer Barclays Employee Review

3.0
Feb 10, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

More openness/flexibility on working from home on an individual basis than other companies. Have started to do better on internal training for employees.

Cons

Paying below top banks market rate. A lot of layers and managers and not a transparent review process. Very slow to integrate new technologies. Frequent layoffs.

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5.0
May 22, 2026
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Pros

Chill and work life balance

Cons

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4.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Work Life balance, 5 weeks vacation, unlimited sick days, friendly atmosphere, Great campus and facilities,

Cons

Pay and Bonus can be higher and on par with competitors. High loyalty tax. Low merit increases and bonus. Competitive but Loyal Long-term employees get demotivated and tend to quite quit.

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