Used to be proud to work there - Anonymous employee Bose Employee Review

2.0
Jul 13, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The company had a family like feel, employees were treated well and had fun. Good benefits, solid discount. I planned on being a lifer. Two years ago my review would have been 5 stars.

Cons

The company sadly changed direction in 2015. Huge layoffs primarily flew under the radar due to a staggered approach. Hundreds have been laid off and they are currently outsourcing all call center jobs to the Philippines. After Dr. Bose became sick and eventually passed, everything went down hill. A stagnant product line and poor management decisions with product marketing really sank the company. They will rebound but it will take years. The brand and reputation has been bruised badly.

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5.0
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Pros

- Friendly mentors - Coffee chats - Invaluable work experience from projects - Presentation opportunities

Cons

Company discourages F-1 OPT employment.

4.0
Jun 10, 2026
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Pros

Major transformation in progress. New Senior Leadership team making all the right moves. Transparent executive communications to employees. Shedding the old obsolete ways while keeping the Bose Essence

Cons

Lots of change all at once (but it is communicated - it is not a surprise)

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