Pros
1. Engineers and lower-level management are dedicated, hardworking, and efficient. 2. Mid-level managers provide decent support and direction to their teams. 3. Collaborative efforts within the engineering teams ensure timely completion of tasks.
Cons
1. Poor Upper-Level Management: • Senior managers and the site lead are unresponsive, unprofessional, and disconnected from employees. • The site lead is especially rude, often ignoring employees’ greetings and showing no interest in fostering a positive work environment. 2. Unclear Policies: • The HR team lacks proper policies and consistency, often modifying rules case by case. • No clear path for employee reviews or career growth. • Policies on work-from-home (WFH) are inconsistently enforced. Some employees stay remote for months without repercussions, while others are denied WFH requests outright. 3. Lack of Learning Opportunities: • The organization offers no scope for skill development or learning initiatives. 4. Toxic Culture: • Favoritism is prevalent, with decisions often based on personal connections rather than merit. • Employees are subjected to unnecessary scrutiny and Slack group discussions if they request flexibility. 5. Low Recognition and Increment: • Salary increments are minimal, usually around 2–4% annually. • Despite frequent team parties (often involving alcohol), employees feel undervalued in terms of monetary compensation and career growth. 6. Lack of Leadership from the Site Lead: • The site lead shows favouritism Japan-based management while neglecting local teams. • Employees are ignored and treated poorly, while the site lead focuses on hosting VIPs with tea and samosas instead of addressing employee concerns. 7. making it a challenging environment for those who aren’t from the South or Karnataka.