Chaos and pigeon-holing - Senior DevOps Engineer SolarWinds Employee Review

2.0
25 Jun 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Solarwinds is essentially a no-kill shelter. They will not fire you, even if you don't show up for days at a time. New CEO seems like he's on a better track than the nightmare of KBT.

Cons

Before the breach, we were making some slow-but-steady progress towards newer tech. After the breach, it has been mind-numbing security theater. Management no longer trusts their teams and has reverted to micromanagement. Absolute nightmare. Pay was about 30% below market with no intention of fixing it. Employee morale is in the dumps. Can't hire anyone for backfill because the salary isn't competitive. Only stayed on because it was a steady paycheck during a pandemic. Old CEO would send out proselytizing emails around every Christian holiday. Not a good look for a diverse global company.

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5.0
19 May 2026
Recommend
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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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Business outlook

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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