Good work culture but disappointing projects - Associate Software Engineering Capco Employee Review

2.0
15 Aug 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Large organisation where you’ll meet a number of interesting individuals

Cons

Unattractive/uninteresting projects Compensation is not competitive when compared with the rest of the market Very corporate

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Capco Response
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Thank you for your feedback and we are pleased to hear that you enjoyed working with your Capco colleagues. Capco has a wide portfolio of prestigious clients offering a variety of interesting projects. As the business has grown, we have looked to balance the benefits of a smaller organization and team, alongside the benefits that come with being a larger, growing organization. This means fostering our entrepreneurial spirit and promoting a collaborative approach alongside our Be Yourself At Work culture which we believe continues to make Capco a very special place to work. Capco also regularly undertakes a salary benchmarking exercise to ensure that the compensation offered is competitive in the market in order to attract and retain the best talent.

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Pros

Varied client work — Different clients and project types, which keeps things interesting. Real project mobility — You can move between projects when you advocate for yourself (within reason). Approachable leadership — Senior leaders are open to conversations if you reach out. Good development resources — Plenty of training and growth opportunities if you take advantage of them. Strong teams — Colleagues are smart, capable, and great to work with. Entrepreneurial environment — New ideas are encouraged, and there’s room to take initiative.

Cons

Long hours vary by project — Like most any professional job, some engagements require extended hours for prolonged periods, but work–life balance really depends on the client and team. Additional internal responsibilities — Depending on level, there can be a significant amount of firm‑support work outside of client delivery. Domain alignment not guaranteed — You may not always be staffed on projects that match your domain expertise. Coaching alignment constraints — Coaching relationships are tied to domain, which limits flexibility in choosing formal mentors. Long engagements (sometimes) — Some projects run for long durations or through multiple extensions. It can provides stability but may reduce variety in client and project experience depending on what you’re looking for.

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