Sad to see... - Senior Manager (software) UKG Employee Review

2.0
28 Feb 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

benefits are fantastic (expecting changes at some point with the way things are going).

Cons

I have worked at UKG for over 10 years and unfortunately, I can't recommend it as a great place to work anymore. One of the biggest issues is the new leadership within the company. Compared to Aaron and Scott, the new guard is an entirely less empathetic bunch. It feels like they are more interested in their own agendas than in the well-being of their employees. Additionally, there seemed to be a trend of great talent and tenure leaving the company. It has been disheartening to see so many talented people leave because they don't feel valued or heard. The mandatory 3 days in the office per week is a major drawback. In today's world, with so many options for remote work, it is frustrating to be forced to come into the office so frequently regardless of commute time. 90 minutes drive each way, doesn't matter...suck it up. This policy seemed to be a relic of an older time, and it made it difficult to balance work and personal responsibilities. This is no longer a great place to work. I hope someone with the power recognizes this and makes some corrections at the top, otherwise I don't see this playing out positively for UKG in the end.

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Cons

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2.0
3 Jun 2026
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Pros

The company offers a convenient office location with plenty of nearby dining options and ample parking. The office environment is pleasant, with nice views that make in-office days more enjoyable. The hybrid work arrangement provides a good balance between collaboration and flexibility. Additionally, the organization has been supportive of using AI-powered development tools, which can help improve developer productivity and efficiency.

Cons

As a Senior Software Engineer, I found the company to have several challenges that made it difficult to be effective and grow professionally. The engineering culture can sometimes feel blame-oriented rather than focused on learning and continuous improvement. The software delivery process contains multiple layers of approvals and redundant steps, resulting in slow code promotion to production and reduced engineering velocity. Technical decisions made by senior leadership do not always align with modern engineering practices, which can make innovation and technology adoption more difficult. Recent organizational changes have also reduced the attractiveness of the benefits package. Additionally, bonus compensation is minimal and generally not a meaningful part of overall rewards. While there are talented colleagues and opportunities to work on large-scale systems, engineers who value fast execution, modern technology practices, and strong performance-based compensation may find the environment less appealing.

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