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Learn Big, Feel Small

Software Engineer III
Former Employee
Worked at Cisco for less than 1 year
September 27, 2025
Vancouver, British Columbia
3.0
Doesn't RecommendDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Excellent Learning Environment: Large companies offer structured training programs, mentorship, and opportunities to learn new technologies at scale.

Internal Mobility: Many opportunities to switch teams, roles, or even product areas without leaving the company.

Cons

Small Cog in a Large Machine: Your direct contribution might feel less impactful compared to working at a small startup, where a single person can drive core features.

Internal Competition: There can be strong competition for promotions, visibility on major projects, and limited high-level resources.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
5.0
Culture and Values
5.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
4.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
3.0

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