Not the best environment if you want to grow as an engineer - Software Engineer Capco Employee Review

1.0
18 July 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- if you like Macs they give you a Macbook

Cons

- if you don't like Macs they give you a Macbook - no clear org structure, you don't know who to speak with about your work - constant change in direction - bench - chaos

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Capco Response
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We are sorry to read about your views of Capco. All new colleagues go through a comprehensive onboarding process and are assigned a coach to ensure they have someone to support them on their Capco journey in addition to their manager. If at any time someone needs additional support they are encouraged to reach out to their HR Business Partner or a member of the leadership team. Colleagues spending time on the bench in between projects is the nature of consulting and people on the bench have the opportunity to get involved in projects which add value to our business. It also allows for faster ramp up times on projects as needed. It is difficult to comment on some of your other points without more context, however, we would encourage any employee who has questions, concerns, or just needs a little extra support to reach out through one of our many internal channels.

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Cons

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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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