NOV is not a good place for a modern software engineer. - Anonymous employee NOV Employee Review

3.0
1 May 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good benefits package. Decent compensation in up market but expect no bonuses at all in an even or down market.

Cons

Oil & Gas is a volatile industry, and there have been massive layoffs in 2016 & 2017. NOV does not understand software and it is a challenge to move management out of their comfort zone. There is a strong "good old boys" culture that can be hostile to women and minorities.

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5.0
21 May 2026
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Pros

Good Resources to do job

Cons

Lack of Training for improvement - learn as you go

4.0
17 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Very work/life balance friendly. Very strong benefits package.

Cons

Very Siloed. NOV is the result of over 100 acquisitions and the fractured condition of systems and procedures is evident. Leadership is working on it.

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