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      European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts Reviews

      4.2

      80% would recommend to a friend

      (11 total reviews)

      Dr. Florence Rabier

      100% approve of CEO

      80% positive business outlook

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      4.8

      Compensation and benefits

      4.2

      Culture and values

      4.1

      Diversity and inclusion

      4.1

      Work/Life balance

      3.6

      Senior management

      3.6

      Career opportunities

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      11 reviews
      4.0
      3 Dec 2025

      Generally great

      Senior research software development engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      - Working with some of the best minds in weather forecasting and associated HPC technologies - Friendly and co-operative working environment, continually pushing the boundaries in the field - Good salary / pension / retire at 63 / 30 days leave entitlement + PH - Active staff committee supporting staff where necessary

      Cons

      - Senior management can be tone-deaf when listening to staff's feedback (which is not often sought) - Outside of UK or European employment law, - Management can sometimes be haphazard - some managers promoted to reward technical/scientific expertise rather than management & strategic skills - Limited advancement/promotion opportunities as it's a small organisation, with high competition for opportunities that do arise

      5.0
      12 Jan 2025

      Great place to work

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Working at ECMWF offers the opportunity to contribute to world-leading research in weather and climate prediction, with access to cutting-edge technology, high-performance computing, and a global network of experts. As an international organization, it provides a collaborative, inclusive environment and impactful work that saves lives and addresses global challenges like climate change. With strong professional development support, excellent benefits, and a focus on sustainability, ECMWF combines scientific innovation with meaningful contributions to society.

      Cons

      Working at ECMWF comes with some challenges, including high expectations, and the need to relocate to specific locations like Reading, Bonn or Bologna, which can involve high living costs. All Contracts are time-limited, and the specialized nature of the work may limit broader career exposure. However, these factors are outweighed for many by the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and impactful global initiatives.

      5.0
      23 Apr 2024

      Super positive review. Adjustments needed in management

      Computer engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      - International civil servant perks (salary, car) - Fast paced with a lot of resources for the right teams - Some great colleagues from all over the world - Training opportunities.

      Cons

      - Some times there are 5 managers for 1 technician, and then we wonder why projects fall behind schedule. - Super beurocratic. - Hard to get it, hard to get out, even in the case of toxicity within teams.

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