They provide an incredible space for learning new skills regularly and the work/life balance is also taken care of. - Software Development Engineer (SDE) Optum Employee Review

5.0
Jan 5, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Only required to work in the office 10 days a month, otherwise you can take up work from home in my field of work.

Cons

Sometimes the deadlines are too short and the work pile up's are there plus the usual office politics.

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5.0
Apr 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Large company that provides great benefits and support career growth. Company culture supports work life balance.

Cons

Constant shift to hire contractors and offshore roles, which have caused lay offs.

2.0
May 20, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Remote work flexibility, supportive coworkers.

Cons

Chronic understaffing that leads to constant burnout Leadership behavior is inconsistent, unaccountable, and often dismissive Nepotism heavily influences promotions and opportunities Raises and bonuses are rare or nonexistent despite increasing workloads Workload expectations are unrealistic and unsustainable Company talks about mental wellness but does not practice it internally Extremely limited EAP benefits that offer little real support Employees are not acknowledged, respected, or meaningfully recognized High turnover due to poor culture and lack of investment in employees

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