Great WLB, but lack of career progression - Software Engineer Barclays Employee Review

4.0
Mar 31, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Work-life-balance probably is the only one

Cons

horrible bureaucracy, non-tech management, old technology, nonexistent career progression

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5.0
May 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Chill and work life balance

Cons

no money, no increment, check

4.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Work Life balance, 5 weeks vacation, unlimited sick days, friendly atmosphere, Great campus and facilities,

Cons

Pay and Bonus can be higher and on par with competitors. High loyalty tax. Low merit increases and bonus. Competitive but Loyal Long-term employees get demotivated and tend to quite quit.

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