IBM Software Developer reviews

3.9

78% would recommend to a friend

(5,757 total reviews)
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70% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Software Engineer/Developer employees have rated IBM with 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 5,757 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Engineer/Developer professionals have a good working experience there. IBM is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Engineer/Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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1.0
Mar 19, 2014

Horrid

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Pros

IBM offers a vast array of experience and learning.

Cons

Never in my life have I encountered such a management style. I wouldn't be suprised if staff were chained to their desks and told to dismiss the real world and their former lives and family who depend on them

5.0
Mar 18, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Lots of opportunities for starter in the Technology industry. One is able to learn so much from people who are highly qualified. The work environment is very laid back. You do not have a situation where a manager is constantly on your shoulder. Talk about work/life balance, this is where you find it. The pay is very good

Cons

Young people may find it a bit hard because there are very many old people in this company. Many of the old people have been there for several years. The company`s old creed of giving people a career for life is responsible for this. The company also embarked on rebalancing to refocus its business model which led to some people losing their jobs lately

2.0
Mar 14, 2014

Good Resume Builder

Recommend
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Pros

Looks good on your resume

Cons

Low salary. Employee rating system terrible. I was an above average contributer for 6 years, switched managers, and received a below average the following year.

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