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Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Check Point Software for 4 years
October 20, 2014
Redwood City, California
3.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

Great coworkers Solid mentorship for more entry level employees Flexible and understanding work hours

Cons

Company considers themselves an Israeli company first and foremost. American employees are treated very well, but the management practices and lay-off routine made me feel as if the US-based engineering teams are simply thought of as a stepping stone to export products to back to the Israeli HQ.

This was made clear by the constant downsizing in the Bay Area office.

Advice to Management

Be a bit more transparent with the employees. If you want to treat a certain division as a "think tank," that's fine. I do, however, expect management to give more than a contrived reason for massive layoffs.

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