Good place to learn, but not a place to establish your career - Associate Software Developer Caladan Employee Review

1.0
May 18, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

+ You get to work with most if not all components of trading, which is quite rare and a good learning opportunity + Friendly colleagues + Catered lunch daily

Cons

- They are not interested in your career progression or growth at all, you might be enticed by the starting pay but consider if you're willing to stick to it for the next few years - Micro management - Unrealistic expectations of quality vs timelines (you'll frequently hear things like "you should just need a few hours for that")

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Caladan Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on Glassdoor. We value your input and would like to address the concerns you raised in your review. Firstly, we understand that career progression is an essential aspect for employees. We apologize if you feel there are limited advancement opportunities within our organization. We encourage open communication with your manager or HR department to discuss your career goals and explore potential growth paths that align with your aspirations. Our company is committed to supporting the professional development of our employees, and we are always looking for ways to provide meaningful growth opportunities. Regarding your mention of micromanagement and unrealistic expectations, we take these concerns seriously. We work in an industry that requires fast feedback loops and want to balance time-to-market versus building sustainable solutions. Our goal is to provide clear guidance and expectations to our employees while allowing for autonomy and creativity. Regarding your comment about handling inflation and compensation, we understand the importance of fair and competitive remuneration. We regularly review our salary structures and benchmark them against industry standards to remain competitive. We value our existing employees and are committed to recognizing their contributions and providing fair compensation. We want to learn more about your specific experience and address any additional concerns you may have. Please get in touch with us directly, either through HR or your manager, to schedule a conversation. Thank you again for your feedback, as it helps us identify areas for improvement.

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