IBM

Stable job if you are in anything dealing with security or analytics.

They did away with the horrible PBC system and have a more balanced way of reviewing/grading employees now.

Decent benefits.

Due to large government contracts, IBM is more diverse than other companies in the Bay Area.

A minority man or woman can succeed, but it won't be easy, though not impossible either.

If you're a minority, be smart, work hard, make allies, and don't throw anyone under the bus.

If someone is rude and mean to you because of your status as a minority, continue being a gentleman or lady and press onward.

There's still a lack of diversity in some departments, along with a lot of politics. While cutting-edge technology projects are available, they aren't the norm. It's hard to move up, and somewhat hard to move laterally.

Continue to focus on diversity. Diversity can and does bring in money by putting the best people on the best teams and letting them grow and create a culture that fosters mutual respect and growth.

Don't be so metrics-focused. Increase headcount (like now).

Execs are turning the ship; it's not all bad, and you are doing good things. Just don't lose focus on diversity (Hispanics, Black folks, and women) and putting out quality products, and make sure you can sustain them.