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Company run by clueless managers relying heavily on talent long gone. - Senior Software Engineer Nuance Employee Review

2.0
Jan 8, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Leader in the industry, successful as a business. Technology is interesting and benefits many different types of people from handicapped people to doctors.

Cons

Overabundance of managers, mostly unqualified workers who were promoted to management in spite of being untrained and unskilled as managers. Constant acquisitions and layoffs instills paranoia in the workforce. A never ending desire to please investors leads to rushed low-quality product releases followed by rushed patches.

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Pros

The company offers excellent training and a thorough onboarding process, helping new hires feel well-prepared and confident. The small, close-knit teams foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where you never feel lost in the crowd. Employees take pride in the innovative technology and software being developed, which is recognized as impactful within the industry. (Note: The company was acquired by Microsoft to bring potential for future growth.)

Cons

While the company excels in many areas, there’s limited upward mobility, especially in certain career paths, which can be frustrating for those seeking advancement. Additionally, feedback from employees often feels like it’s not taken seriously, which can lead to disengagement when trying to influence change or improve processes.

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