Product seemed solid, but everything ended badly - Software Engineer Fast Search Employee Review

4.0
20 Aug 2012
Recommend
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Pros

FAST was forward looking technology wise and was willing to spin off new groups to venture in new directions. The group I ended up working with was one of the best I've work. Although there was more travel than I would have liked, management tried its best to make up for the extra travel. There was a real sense that we all were moving in the same direction on this product.

Cons

Other than the unexpected travelling (and the financial ruin at the end), the sheer number of verticals being addressed gave one a sense that the left hand and right hand didn't always know what each other were doing.

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5.0
21 Aug 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits, awesome team and good PTO

Cons

Salary not the same as other companies

3.0
1 Nov 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Steep learning curve with alot of opportunity to gain skills. Nice perks as well as good pay. The atmosphere of the office was enjoyable, with a seemingly fast paced buzz about it.

Cons

Lack of proper training and "bringing up to speed" of new employees. Many employees seemingly working independently, without the cohesizeness that brings out the best work in a group. The high turnover rate makes the team atmosphere lacking, if existent.

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