Ericsson reviews

4.0

78% would recommend to a friend

(17,733 total reviews)
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Börje Ekholm

78% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Ericsson has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 17,733 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ericsson employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Telekommunikation industry (3.6 stars).

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1.0
Mar 12, 2025
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Pros

You can work on a lot of the latest technology in telecom

Cons

The new management in Ericsson requires you to be in their 'inner' circle before they will help or support you in your career. People are only there to protect their jobs. They are always ready to stab you in the back if they can make progress by it. The management is not supporting their top performers to grow and get opportunities in the business. They are just worried about the bottom line and not people.

1.0
Feb 15, 2025

TOXIC culture, questionable future

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Pros

Miraculously many colleagues you are so kind and brilliant. They have been there so long they believe the toxic treatment from senior management is normal

Cons

1. If you are a woman- RUN. They pay a lot of lip service about DEI and ERGs to cover up what’s really lurking beneath. 2. If you are not Swedish you will not be promoted 3. Long hours for less than industry average pay 4. Promotions are not based on skill or merit, rather who will kiss the ring and stroke egos 5. Rapidly declining business case for NextG. Already long technology cycles exasperated mean more layoffs and a struggling business. Eventually they should be bought by big tech for the value of their patents 6. Google their DOJ penalties and you will see what kind of company you are dealing with

1.0
Nov 8, 2024
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Pros

Ericsson used to be a fantastic place to work, with a supportive environment that nurtured talent and encouraged innovation. The company once prioritized its employees' well-being, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.

Cons

Unfortunately, all of that changed with the recent leadership overhaul. The current management has turned what was once a thriving workplace into a toxic environment driven purely by cost-cutting and financial metrics. The shift in leadership focus has led to a decline in employee morale, causing even the smartest, most dedicated employees to develop imposter syndrome. The talented individuals who once thrived here are now questioning their worth due to the toxic atmosphere. The new focus is solely on short-term gains, with little regard for long-term innovation or employee retention. The Networks division, in particular, is suffering from a lack of technical direction, making it hard for the company to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry. HR practices have become hostile, with employees being treated poorly during exits. Accusations are made without substantiation, and decisions are driven more by cost-saving than by fairness or transparency.

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