NetApp

For the most part, a great team. Some great technical expertise in certain teams. Access to lots of technical training (internal and external). Career growth is possible (although sometimes hindered, see minuses). Fair package. Flexibility.

• Typically more managers than years in the company.
• Some say the only thing that never changes is change (can be good or bad).
• Career growth can be hindered if you're "useful" in your current position.
• Management may stay in place if they are conformist.
• Stress level in technical support was high, but management did not prioritize that issue.
• HR was horrible for the most part (i.e., never representing the employee's interest, but only the employer's).

• Focus on your employees rather than number games.
• Top-down doesn't always work, specifically in a technical environment, so try to listen to the very experienced engineers you have.
• Take into account what people are leaving as comments during exit interviews.