Low workload but limited growth, pay and job security - Software Engineer FactSet Employee Review

4.0
6 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

* Reasonable workload and generally good work-life balance. * Offers Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for eligible employees (as of 2026).

Cons

* The company previously invested in hiring and developing fresh graduates, but hiring for junior positions has largely been frozen in recent years. * Annual salary increases are relatively low, and career progression can be slow, particularly for individual contributors. * Employee policies often mirror those of much larger technology companies, while compensation and benefits do not appear to be at a comparable level. * Workforce reductions can occur with limited notice, creating uncertainty for employees. * There is a strong emphasis on office attendance, with limited flexibility for some employees during pregnancy and after returning from maternity leave.

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5.0
23 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good culture, good people, work life balance, learn a lot

Cons

Compensation is lower than industry standards

3.0
4 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great teams Good benefits Friendly offices

Cons

CEO change and random layoffs despite high earnings Too AI focused in a market that doesn’t trust AI Constant push for “efficiency” despite inefficient systems and processes

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