Epam offers numerous opportunities, however, the process of securing a project is ridiculous and something that you should be aware of before thinking of joining the company.
Every project you apply for has a competitive internal process to secure a place in a project, this is because there are usually a lot of people on "bench" waiting for projects.
This often involves an additional internal technical interview, beyond the original job interview, as well as potentially a client interview. This repeated validation of skills within the same company seems excessive and suggests that you don't trust your employees. Yes, this is for every project. So unless you bag a long-term project, expect to go through this stress every 2-4 months.
Whilst the company prides itself on employee welfare, this often feels tied to project involvement. I've observed numerous instances of staff being let go due to project unavailability, even soon after hiring or successfully completing probation. This approach sometimes results in employees feeling like commodities rather than valued individuals.
The quality of management varies significantly. Some managers excel, while others struggle, largely due to the dual expectations of project involvement and managing large teams simultaneously. This overextension can negatively impact the employee experience.
Finally, the recent reduction in employee benefits, letting go of hundreds of staff and a massive drop in available projects raises concerns about the company's financial stability. Overall, while there are positives to working here, these issues are worth considering for prospective employees.
