Intel

Intel benefits are excellent, such as sabbatical, STP, RSU, and bonuses. The pay is not compatible at all. I worked there officially for over 9 years.

Focal is very tough, and so much power is given to even first-level managers. Unfortunately, lots of favoritism and "buddy-buddy" things happen at Intel, and hard work never gets repaid. The Focal/Review system must change, and much more management accountability must happen if the company is to survive.

Our new Intel-Media group was sold to Verizon, and Intel never gave a darn about veteran employees such as myself. They would not allow us to transfer, and I even lost my Sabbatical, all because I sacrificed it for the Intel Media group that I was working for two straight years. After working there for 9+ years, I never got to take my Sabbatical, even though I was eligible to take it after 7 years.

Stop playing "body body" with your favorite people.

Consider the hard-working employees and reward them properly.

Don't just accept anyone's feedback on the "focal"; most of it is pure hug-wash!