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Laid-Off with 0 warning or reason whilst on Work Visa

Lead Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Cadence Design Systems for 6 years
July 3, 2024
Burlington, Massachusetts
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Worked with good people, on interesting problems.

Cons

Company has poor direction and planning from the top-level. Seemingly overhired, laid-off staff to appease bean-counters or follow in the footsteps of bigger companies.

They talk about "One Cadence One Team" but like all companies do not care about their employees.

I was overworked for months before the lay-off.

Pay is below average for SWE in the Boston Area.

The company is moving back to full RTO.

Advice to Management

Plan for things beyond simply the next quarter.

Additional Ratings

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

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