IBM Programme Manager reviews

The company is so large that it's very difficult to navigate. More importantly, the size becomes a greater issue as more of the workforce is remote. I've worked with people for years whom I have never met. Additionally, there is very little consideration of the issues associated with working with global counterparts: ie: the fact that the people with whom you're trying to meet/work are 12 or 14 hours apart.

Career pathing is very nebulous outside of Global Services. Expect a slow, slow progression in your career track even if you are a strong performer. Company is pretty conservative and not very entrepreniurial. Managers weren't always well trained in career coaching and development skills for employees. Although they are clear that 'you own your career', sometimes it felt more like an excuse not to have well defined career tracks instead of really empowering employees. There were not a lot of opportunities to network with other groups in the company which also made it more difficult to take advantage of the size of the company in terms of growth opportunities. Salaries are OK, but don't expect much in the way of incentive compensation or substantially better pay for high performance.