IBM Senior Software Developer reviews

If you find a position right for you on a team that is in one of IBM's core businesses, you'll probably be happy. There are lots of good people in "Big Blue," some of which are extremely well connected in global terms, opening doors to potential opportunities. Strong work and leadership are likely to be recognized and leveraged and, in time, rewarded. Size and stability can raise security, which is especially useful for people with families or other long term responsibilities. There are a broad range of businesses and roles, lateral moves into areas of preference or growth are quite possible.

IBM has long ago lost the concept of commitment being bi-directional. It expects more commitment from workers than it gives in return. That said, I think it is better than most companies. IBM does not shy away from dumping valuable employees but it probably does not pick that course as fast as many companies. I can only speak for one small part of the software side but I think IBM does try to encourage people to try new things and give them some time to come up to speed.