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Great Learning, Uncertain Future: IBM in Transition

Solutions Architect
Current Employee
Has worked at IBM for 6 years
June 23, 2025
Bengaluru, Karnataka
4.0
Pros
  • Excellent training, certifications, and career development.
  • Decent pay and benefits package.
  • Flexible remote work policies (though changing).
  • Strong technical learning opportunities.
  • Prestigious brand name.
Cons
  • Massive ongoing layoffs (8,000-9,000 in 2024-2025)
  • Jobs systematically moving to India
  • Poor compensation system - minimal raises even for good performers
  • AI replacing human roles, especially in HR/admin

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