Analog Devices

Extremely talented and technical employees fill this company, promoting a fantastic learning and almost academic environment. While this varies from group to group, my hours are flexible as long as the job gets done. People are friendly and welcoming. Lots of innovative work going on if you look in the right places.

Career trajectory is unclear - it can be a hard place to grow or move up as there are so many employees with many years of experience.

Make sure middle managers have open dialogues with their talented employees to ensure they are kept happy. It is nice to know where you will be in 5-10 years and the choices you can make to change your path.