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Software Engineer in Test - Senior Software Design Engineer In Test Nuance Employee Review

4.0
13 Jul 2015
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Pros

The most important thing I liked about Nuance was the flexibility of the job. Working from home was allowed as needed. They had flexible hours and really created a family/work balance. The culture and the open door policy was really beneficial as well. Developers don't look down on QA as a 2nd class team, there was self respect across both teams.

Cons

Climbing up ladder was difficult. Lack of communication. Hiring process can take months, even to the point where no communication was ever given to interviewer. Heck, sometimes head count would be closed after a verbal offer went out.

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Pros

The company offers excellent training and a thorough onboarding process, helping new hires feel well-prepared and confident. The small, close-knit teams foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where you never feel lost in the crowd. Employees take pride in the innovative technology and software being developed, which is recognized as impactful within the industry. (Note: The company was acquired by Microsoft to bring potential for future growth.)

Cons

While the company excels in many areas, there’s limited upward mobility, especially in certain career paths, which can be frustrating for those seeking advancement. Additionally, feedback from employees often feels like it’s not taken seriously, which can lead to disengagement when trying to influence change or improve processes.

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