Unisys is a stable but uninspired company that could be easily replaced by any one of a hundred others. - Software Engineer I Unisys Employee Review

3.0
6 Feb 2012
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Pros

Unisys has a flexible atmosphere, not high stress, good work-life balance and many employees working remotely. Remote access and conference calling are common. There is a strong management embrace of information sharing through internal social media technology, though it is not widely used by employees.

Cons

Unisys, or at least the Federal Systems division, seems to be going nowhere. HQ is staffed by an older workforce, many of whom seem to be here simply because this is where they are. Morale-building efforts to counteract austerity measures of the last few years are very weak, there is little in the way of loyalty or a sense of a Unisys identity. Recognitions beyond a boss's "attaboy" are rare, salaries are stagnant. Middle management priorities seem to bounce from one crisis to the next, rarely in line with the larger company direction.

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5.0
30 Apr 2026
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Pros

Excellent work culture, friendly staff.

Cons

Working with Unisys has been great so far.

1.0
17 June 2026
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Pros

If you enjoy mission driven work, the clients are the best part of the job. Many employees are smart, collaborative, and genuinely committed to delivering quality outcomes. The work itself can be meaningful, and there are a few strong individuals who work hard to honor client commitments and carry out contracted deliverables despite internal obstacles.

Cons

Across the last 4+ years, Unisys has experienced consistent leadership failures across nearly every Business Unit (BU). These failures show up in a lack of accountability, unclear direction, and decisions that directly undermine client trust. Employees are often unable to demonstrate or sell the capabilities Unisys markets, including those tied to industry awards because the organization cannot validate or deliver them. The company undergoes employee reductions every 60–90 days, creating instability, eroding institutional knowledge and workloads being consistently shuffled to other already overburdened staffers. In Q1 of 2026, Unisys dismantled its public sector sales team, resulting in the loss of long-standing clients and a steep decline in delivery credibility. A major concern for job seekers is the company’s approach to employee protection. Over multiple years, I personally experienced and am aware of numerous gender, race, and ADA discrimination complaints submitted through the Employee Ethics Portal. Unisys has one individual responsible for reading complaints and conducting interviews, and in each case I witnessed, the situations were left unaddressed. Out of necessity, multiple layers of leadership across different BUs were additionally informed, still no action was taken. Instead of intervening, leadership allowed retaliation to escalate, resulting in financial loss, emotional distress, and professional harm to multiple employees. Advice to Job Seekers: If you are considering Unisys, approach the opportunity with clear expectations. Some employees are talented, and some clients are rewarding, but the environment presents real risks. Employment here requires independence, resilience, and the ability to navigate unclear direction and limited support.

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