Great WLB, but lack of career progression - Software Engineer Barclays Employee Review

4.0
31 Mar 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Work-life-balance probably is the only one

Cons

horrible bureaucracy, non-tech management, old technology, nonexistent career progression

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5.0
25 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good benefits, reasonable salary, 401K match

Cons

Hybrid work, functions being moved overseas

4.0
22 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Work Life balance, 5 weeks vacation, unlimited sick days, friendly atmosphere, Great campus and facilities,

Cons

Pay and Bonus can be higher and on par with competitors. High loyalty tax. Low merit increases and bonus. Competitive but Loyal Long-term employees get demotivated and tend to quite quit.

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