IBM Software Developer reviews

IBM takes your life. Several of my friends and me, work more than 8hrs/day, as average10 to 12 hours per day. IBM does not pay you that time. Also, IBM it's pretty demanding and your money compensation is not as good as other companies in the area. It's incredible the high elitism and sometimes it's difficult to get the information yo need. Also, there is some people who doesn't like to share their knowledge. Too much burocracy. If you're a new grad you will start as a contractor. You will need about 2 years to get hired as a "regular" employee (my case).

Compensation is below par with the industry. The problem with current "work-life" policies is that it holds back people who are willing to put in the effort it takes for career advancement. In my estimate, about 6 of 10 people in every group assume that flexible hours mean flexible work - and so the whole group is dragged down because the product doesn't get released on time, or features get left out, or quality is lacking. IBM is coasting along on the achievements of great people who worked there in decades past. But with budget cuts in areas like training, tangible and intangible benefits (2 and 3% raises, minuscule bonuses if any), IBM is losing its way. The current crop of engineers will not sustain IBM past the next 15 years. It's a great company for customers, but not so great for employees.