Xylem has a lot of potential and some great people, but lacks vision, corporate alignment and IT infrastructure. - Anonymous employee Xylem Employee Review

2.0
Feb 17, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Compensation is competitive for certain positions. The people are also great to work with and committed to growing the business.

Cons

Top management is aloof, and somewhat indifferent to the needs of mid management. The company also tends to be more focused on quarterly results than long-term.

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5.0
Jun 6, 2026
Anonymous intern
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Pros

Nice managers, supportive, kind environment

Cons

None really, would recommend for internship

2.0
Jun 25, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good pay, unlimited PTO, and the occasional free lunch when leadership is in town. There are also volunteer activities available if you want to get involved.

Cons

Only 12 paid holidays, and Veterans Day and MLK Day aren’t included. Expectations shift constantly, creating rework, wasted effort, and frequent overtime that leads to burnout. The environment is highly political, with a small group gatekeeping information, unclear ownership, and perception often outweighing results. The business is volatile, with heavy, frequent restructures and ongoing headcount cuts. Technology and systems are outdated, processes aren’t documented, and training/onboarding is weak. The culture leans toward a boys’ club, and it’s easy to feel sidelined or disrespected—so you’ll need a thick skin. Decisions are driven by short‑term goals, and the future often feels uncertain.

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