A successful company that could be rewarding or dissatisfying depending on your expectations - Product Manager SolarWinds Employee Review

2.0
30 Mar 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Lots of churn, an employee I know left almost every 2 weeks since I joined Growing revenue and customer base Standard benefits such as health insurance and 401K matching Solid business model that just works Every second spent is contributing to the bottom line, low wastage Job pay is well above industry average Very predictable work day and consistent execution No work on weekends Dependable internal tools and processes to allow for flawless execution

Cons

Limited learning opportunity Promotion opportunities no longer like a startup Low vacation considering no sick leave Employees are overpaid but also overworked Time off during work day is frowned upon, officially clocked Lack of role models or strategic leaders No leeway for failure or risk taking Motivates employees with one thing - money Low recognition for overtime and above and beyond effort All decisions are driven top down, low empowerment Extremely sales driven and coin operated strategy Lack of innovation, purely inorganic growth Employees follow process throughout, drone style In decision making, employees are treated purely as resources, not people No team building, team offsite, team meetings, courses, get work done and leave

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5.0
19 May 2026
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Pros

Stimulating work, great people, nice office space with good amenities, good work life balance and flexibility on in-office time, competitive compensation

Cons

siloed org which is very standard for this industry

4.0
10 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing office space in Charlotte with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. There are plenty of social events and networking opportunities that help employees stay engaged and build relationships across different business units. The recent IT reorganization has created a unique opportunity to participate in system and process design initiatives. While this level of change and transformation may not appeal to everyone, it offers valuable experience for those who enjoy shaping new processes and driving organizational improvements. I am optimistic about the direction of the organization and confident in the vision and leadership of the new IT management team.

Cons

Career advancement opportunities can sometimes feel limited within a satellite office environment, and promotion paths are not always clearly defined. Employees seeking long-term growth may benefit from having proactive career development conversations with leadership. The recent IT reorganization has introduced a period of transition, resulting in some uncertainty and lower morale across parts of the organization. The department is currently in a rebuilding phase, and new employees should expect to contribute to the implementation of new processes, systems, and ways of working. Compensation appears to be somewhat below market rates for certain roles, which may be a consideration for candidates prioritizing salary growth.

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