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The Bloomberg Way is the only way

Senior Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Bloomberg LP for 4 years
April 15, 2023
New York, New York
3.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

The most beautiful office you'll ever see, with free health care, smart people, and a very collaborative and friendly environment.

Cons

Expect to work with very old code (20-25 years, including Fortran) written in very old C++.

As a first job, it's a good resume builder, but get out after a few years as you'll learn nothing marketable.

The company has a philosophy of "testing in production," so expect to get called in the middle of the night.

The corporate culture is strong, so you'll either fit in or get expelled. Be prepared to drink the Kool-Aid.

Don't bother applying if older than 35.

During my time, I saw no one hired with significant (> 10 years) software development experience.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
5.0
Culture and Values
2.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
1.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
3.0

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