Lack of Career Growth:
- No relevant learning or growth opportunities.
- Focus is only on SQL, with no exposure to coding or modern technologies.
- No chance to work on new projects, frameworks, or cloud-based solutions.
Outdated Technology Stack:
- The company uses ASP.NET WebForms, an outdated technology.
- No plans to upgrade to more modern solutions like .NET Core.
- Limited exposure to new technologies and tools.
Poor Compensation:
- Starting salary is extremely low (around 20k) and increases very slowly.
- The maximum annual increment is only 5k, regardless of seniority or performance.
- No benefits like lunch or other perks provided.
Unclear Role & Responsibilities:
- Often assigned to multiple teams with no prior knowledge, leading to confusion and frustration.
- Expected to handle documentation and Excel work instead of coding, especially if the manager deems you ineffective.
- Limited opportunities to work on real software development tasks.
Trainee-Focused Environment:
- All employees are hired as trainees with little opportunity to progress.
- The primary role is SQL-based tasks and client support, with no real software engineering experience gained.
- Trainees are used for 24/7 client support with minimal training or resources.
Unqualified Management:
- Managers are incompetent, underqualified, and unable to manage the team effectively.
- Lack of support or visibility for the team in front of higher management.
- Managers misuse power without effectively leading or developing the team.
Toxic Work Culture:
- The team is full of incompetent individuals who lack knowledge of new technologies.
- Seniors delegate tasks to juniors but avoid doing their own work.
- There’s no collaboration or willingness to improve skills or upgrade technology.
Limited Recognition & Support:
- The software team is the most underutilized department in the company.
- DataEdge is more focused on hardware and doesn't value the software team.
- HR is ineffective and does not contribute positively to the work environment.
Unprofessional Work Environment:
- Formal attire is required for software engineers, which feels unnecessary and out of place.
- No proper support or resources for professional development.
- No facilities for employee relaxation (No snacks, no games etc)