Not liking it as much anymore - Software Developer UKG Employee Review

3.0
10 Jan 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

They have fully paid benefits. The managers and directors are decent people and treat employees nicely and with respect. There is a good respect for work/life balance. You are never forced to work nights or weekends. Sometimes it comes up but it's more voluntary, and not abused.

Cons

The new offices in Weston are too restrictive. There is an unwillingness by upper management to seek out constructive criticism. This results in a cult-like atmosphere, where dissent is not tolerated. I wrote a lot more detail in another review but the review was denied, not sure why. Company touts "People First" as a slogan, however, it's not quite true. Uniformity of office decor comes first, and the employee's comfort and control over their workplace is expressly ignored and denied.

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2.0
3 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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