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Restrictive and Variable Policies - Needs Change

Associate Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Veeva Systems for 2 years
August 2, 2023
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

Remote work option for non-new grads.

Great people/coworkers - very nice and helpful.

Decent benefits.

Solid product.

Interesting work challenges if can pick up and master product quickly.

Cons

Meeting frequency in engineering has increased, with daily standups and end-of-day check-ins on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The company frequently changes its remote work policies, adding restrictions and requiring upper management approval for working outside of two time zones.

New grads are committed to a two-year program and are required to be in the office four days a week, limiting flexibility.

PTO policy has been lowered to a fixed 15 days.

Remote work hours are strictly aligned with the core hours of the team's hub office, reducing the flexibility often associated with remote work.

The company offers a $20K sign-on bonus, but it comes with a two-year clawback policy that requires full repayment if an employee leaves within the first two years.

Advice to Management

Reduce Micromanagement: Encourage a culture of trust and autonomy. Rather than increasing the frequency of meetings and check-ins, empower employees to manage their own work.

Clarify Remote Work Policies: Make the remote work policy more consistent and transparent. Constant changes can create confusion and make employees feel unstable.

Revise New Grad Program: Consider offering more flexibility in the new grad program.

Reconsider Remote Working Hours: Allow more flexibility in remote working hours to better accommodate personal schedules and time zones.

Adjust Bonus Clawback Policy: Review the 2-year clawback policy on the sign-on bonus. A more flexible policy could potentially increase retention and attract new talent.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
2.0
Culture and Values
2.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
3.0
Career Opportunities
2.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
1.0

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