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Too much team politics and finger-pointing; poor management; management favoritism

Software Engineer II
Former Employee
Worked at AMD for less than 1 year
March 9, 2012
Markham, Ontario
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNo CEO Opinion
Pros

Lots to learn.

Leading-edge technology.

Some very good people there.

Cons

Too much team politics and finger-pointing.

Poor management.

Management favorites are always heard and get away with doing the wrong things.

Recognition of employees based on those who speak loudest, rather than their actions.

Average compensation for a large company.

Frequent overtime without compensation.

Advice to Management

Improve leadership and management skills. Recognize and compensate employees better. Listen to employees more equally, not just their favorites. Improve co-operation between teams.

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