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Laid-back environment with drawbacks

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Cisco for 6 years
August 31, 2012
Richardson, Texas
3.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Good benefits (health insurance, 401K matching up to 4.5%, ESPP).

Work/life balance.

Flexible hours and ability to work from home as desired.

Sometimes generous CAP rewards (both cash and restricted stock options).

Cons

Not a very diverse SWE employee base.

Not a terribly thrilling work environment.

Equity has questionable worth.

Too much politics involved in performance reviews and promotions.

Have not been very pleased with compensation.

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