Has limited vision in multiple BUs - especially BUs in HDST, SanDisk and legacy WD - Principal Engineer WD Employee Review

3.0
Aug 25, 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Usually pays competitively in most BUs

Cons

Many BUs seem to think in terms of component sales, rather than solutions even though the company has all the pieces for many solutions offerings. Management keeps throwing out innovative ideas unless they're related to ssd/hdds Health care plans offered usually on the lower benefits/high cost sides

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5.0
Jun 26, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The company has a good culture, with hard-working and smart employees.

Cons

The salary may be relatively low, with limited room for growth.

4.0
Jun 30, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- The company itself is doing well financially, allowing departments to take on bigger projects - Great work-life balance culture and unlimited PTO that actually allows for generate usage - Casual culture that encourages collaboration - Non-salary benefits are strong, with even lower-level employees benefiting from the stock purchase plan

Cons

- Despite its strong position, the company does trim headcount for the sake of efficiency - Work ethic seems complacent, but is offset by company's strong financial standing - Management can be cut-throat, but strong performers usually do well - Salaries are below market rate

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