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Prepare for Politics

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Salesforce for 6 years
January 29, 2025
San Francisco, California
3.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Salesforce has great pay. On the tech side, you can also get decent experience in AWS.

Cons

Politicking does occur. You will be denied a promotion if the wrong person says no, regardless of how many say yes. You will be told to do what you can, but get hints to work 60+ hour weeks. And my favorite: having people labeled as architects make decisions that are not grounded in anything other than hopes and dreams, without any real forethought.

Advice to Management

Add a checks and balance system that holds architects accountable for their decision-making.

Reconsider the promotion system to eliminate the politicking of having one person, who is not the official decision-maker, say no that carries more weight just because of their name or title.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
2.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
2.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
3.0

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