A great company to start your career with, but DO NOT stay over 2 years! - Technology Analyst Infosys Employee Review

1.0
May 24, 2012
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Pros

The first advantage is of course evident before you even set foot inside it. The amount of fame and fortune which the company's rich history has produced is a big plus. The training given in the company is top notch, and as long as you work hard during that time, you will learn better coding practices than you learnt in your college days. Most projects have a very well established set of processes and always emphasize on quality. Unfortunately, this is all that is good about the company.

Cons

The unrealistic number of processes is exactly what stifles creativity in this company. Even though the training given is top-class, the educators leave a lot to be desired. They are mostly people who join the unit as a stopover on their way to getting their choice of posting location. Don't even get me started on the promotions and onsite opportunities. This company is no different from government service in that the only thing which makes us eligible is basically our experience in the company. Certifications are made mandatory failing which we do not get promoted. Visas will be initiated many times over and rejected as well till the time you threaten to quit, at which time, magically, you finally get your golden ticket. Laterals with lesser experience than you will easily get more money than you. The company DOES NOT reward people who stay committed to it. Once you're around 4 years in the company, the variable pay kicks in, and god forbid if the company is not doing too well at that time. I have personally witnessed people who practically fell over themselves licking the floor their managers walked and finally getting visas, transfers and promotions as requested; and deserving, hardworking people stay at the same position year after year. Oh, and in case all of you did not know this yet - the normal employee did not get any salary hike in 2011-12, but the senior management had no such qualms about rewarding themselves many times over. You thought Indian politicians were corrupt? Pop into Infosys Limited and be amazed!

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Pros

Job stability – Infosys is known for long-term employment and steady projects. Strong brand value – Having Infosys on your resume adds credibility and global recognition. Good learning opportunities – Access to internal learning platforms, certifications, and training programs (especially for freshers). Global exposure – Opportunities to work with international clients and global delivery teams. Structured processes – Well-defined policies, documentation, and governance. Work-life balance (project dependent) – Many teams offer reasonable working hours. Employee benefits – Health insurance, paid leaves, and wellness initiatives. Safe and inclusive workplace – Strong focus on ethics, compliance, and diversity.

Cons

Salary growth can be slow – Compensation increments may be lower compared to market standards. Limited flexibility in role changes – Internal mobility and project switches can take time. Bureaucratic processes – Decision-making can be slow due to multiple approval layers. Project allocation delays – Bench time and delayed onboarding to projects can happen. Variable learning exposure – Skill growth depends heavily on the project assigned. Less innovation in some teams – Certain projects may use legacy technologies. Onsite opportunities are limited – Compared to earlier years, onsite roles are fewer. Performance appraisal transparency – Rating systems may feel rigid or unclear.

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