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Great Pay, Slow Recognition

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at American Express for 2 years
November 26, 2018
Phoenix, Arizona
5.0
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Pros

They have fantastic pay for the position you're in, and they teach you the interesting and engaging utility of modern technology mixed with legacy fundamentals. I've learned quite a bit while at AmEx, getting paid more than fairly. I'd recommend a stretch here to whomever may be reading this!

Cons

The Company is huge, and at times it may take more than a little time to get recognized for your abilities and the growth you've had.

There's a reason the "only way up is out" reputation exists for some enterprise companies.

Advice to Management

Do 6-month evaluations with serious consideration for internal promotions before outside-in hiring. Then hire only at the bottom level (entry).

Let tech decide when and who to promote for tech, because business holds the wallet but doesn't necessarily know what's best.

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