iJoin.iWork.iRace.iQuit - Senior Systems Engineer Infosys Employee Review

1.0
2 Jan 2012
Recommend
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Pros

The only reason is so-called job security. Even that is no longer true with their iRace policy. Infrastructure is good. Apart from that, its the best deal for relatively older laterals. People from top engineering colleges get a higher role (at entry level without any training) than people from other engineering colleges spending 3-4 years with the company.

Cons

Stupid HR policies. They believe in employee policing, enforcing impractical rules etc. You never get recognized even with best appraisals. Regionalism is rampant everywhere from onsite to promotion. They prefer to hire laterals from outside rather than promote their own people internally even if outsiders are not competent enough. A lot depends on your equation with manager rather than the actual work performed. Salary is very low compared to similar jobs elsewhere. A software engineer with 4 years Infosys experience after becoming a senior system engineer post iRace can see an IIT fresher get a higher role. Their PR efforts don't justify the ground realities.

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Cons

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Pros

Job stability – Infosys is known for long-term employment and steady projects. Strong brand value – Having Infosys on your resume adds credibility and global recognition. Good learning opportunities – Access to internal learning platforms, certifications, and training programs (especially for freshers). Global exposure – Opportunities to work with international clients and global delivery teams. Structured processes – Well-defined policies, documentation, and governance. Work-life balance (project dependent) – Many teams offer reasonable working hours. Employee benefits – Health insurance, paid leaves, and wellness initiatives. Safe and inclusive workplace – Strong focus on ethics, compliance, and diversity.

Cons

Salary growth can be slow – Compensation increments may be lower compared to market standards. Limited flexibility in role changes – Internal mobility and project switches can take time. Bureaucratic processes – Decision-making can be slow due to multiple approval layers. Project allocation delays – Bench time and delayed onboarding to projects can happen. Variable learning exposure – Skill growth depends heavily on the project assigned. Less innovation in some teams – Certain projects may use legacy technologies. Onsite opportunities are limited – Compared to earlier years, onsite roles are fewer. Performance appraisal transparency – Rating systems may feel rigid or unclear.

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