No R&D strategy, bad communication, unclear future? - Software Engineer Sophos Employee Review

2.0
23 Jan 2018
Recommend
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Pros

Great co-workers, trying to make the best of the current situation.

Cons

Upper management doesn't seem to talk to local management so no-one can explain the current R&D (product) strategy for network security products. We let a bunch of good people go last year and it looks like the next round has already started. Upper management seem to prefer coding monkeys over skilled, grown-up engineers.

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5.0
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Pros

Great leadership and growth potential. Kept up to date with threat detection and mitigation.

Cons

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2.0
11 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

- Strong pay compared ot the rest of the industry - Flexible hybrid setup - Unlimited PTO you can actually use

Cons

- History and culture of layoffs, reorganization, firings, and quiet exits from the company. - Late to implement AI into its workflows and approach to the market - Heavy acquisitions when other parts of the business are being completely cut - Cold approach from leadership. - Poor company performance compared to expectations leads to budget cuts, layoffs, and belt-tightening. - Little opportunity for training or growth that costs money.

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