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Falling Behind in the Technology Space

Senior Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Visa for 2 years
January 12, 2022
Singapore, Singapore
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Work-Life Balance (based on teams as well)

Good Learning Culture

Managers are encouraged to be empathetic and understanding.

Cons

Compensation in Singapore (and many other countries, to be honest) is falling way behind. HR and management are adamant that they are paying competitive compensation.

There are also many double standards. In the year employees received a pay freeze, senior execs continued to have their double-digit percentage increments. This is an irony because one of Visa's leadership principles is "Leading by Example."

There are many opportunities to achieve great things at Visa, as there are many talented engineers, if Visa makes an effort to retain them. On the other hand, Visa has to be firmer in removing engineers who have proven to be not up to standards.

Advice to Management

Start relooking at compensation. Visa is one of the lower-paying companies among the tech space for new grads. You are more likely to attract lower-standard engineers in the future within that pay range.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
5.0
Culture and Values
5.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
4.0
Compensation and Benefits
1.0
Senior Management
2.0

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