The bloat was real - Information Technology Bridgewater Associates Employee Review

Very smart place, run on a series of un-intuitive rules that are more open to interpretation and abuse than anything else. The gist of the Principles is often corrupted to suit an individuals interest. It's the North Eastern United States. Yeah. Expect snow and 1500 dollar apartments with bad insulation. It sucks here. The PEOPLE. Ok. So if you've grown up in this area, and never left, or moved 1 state away, you will likely not notice. But the people are largely bad here. Poor morals, self absorbed, money obsessed. The 3 months a year you can wear a t shirt it's nice though. BW is entirely a political entity now. The concept of the Principles and the reality of what it needs to thrive are two different things. All that aside, you will likely dislike your team, as their job is only made easier and more likely to be promoted by stepping on YOU as a matter of course. It's not a very helpful place that's about the product, because unless you are a trader, you DON'T ACTAULLY DO OR MAKE ANYTHING. Worst year of my life. Truly. Couldn't stand the hypocrisy and group think that's supported here. But hey, i was able to buy a car afterwards.