Intel

As my title suggests, it is an awesome company to work for. This is no stereotypical compliment to Intel. Believe me.

1. They have so many things for employees, which will take weeks for one to understand all of them.
2. One thing that stands out is 'Great work-life balance'. Frankly speaking, none say this, you'll eventually realize it.
3. If you are in a good project, your work will be extremely challenging, and you'll be equally responsible with great visibility.
4. Pay will definitely be much higher than the industry standard. Often, you won't even be thinking about it because there are so many things happening.
5. Employees are actually and really proud to say they work for Intel Corp. Lot of old-timers with 20+ years in the firm.
6. Pay, stock options, great managers, relaxed atmosphere, medical insurance for you and your family, great office spaces, etc., are a few highlights. And not forgetting to mention the brand. You'll instantly be recognized anywhere, anytime.

1. After a lot of mergers, it has been a little dynamic. That being said, it doesn't mean they are letting people go; it's just that they want employees to be up to par with the industry, and hence you might be shuffled across teams. This, in the long run, is good for the company and employees.

2. They need to find a revolutionary way of integrating their newfound software security love, a.k.a. McAfee, with the power and experience of other BUs of Intel Corp, and vice versa.

3. The firm is an elephant in its own way with decades of history behind them, hence at times you feel things flow a little late.