Question 1

Is Applied Research Associates a good company to work for as a Software Developer?

Accepted Answer

Software Developer professionals working at Applied Research Associates have rated their employer with 3.2 out of 5 stars in 22 Glassdoor reviews. This is an average score with the overall rating of Applied Research Associates employees being 3.2 out of 5 stars. Search open Software Developer Jobs at Applied Research Associates now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Software Developer interview questions at Applied Research Associates.

Question 2

Does Applied Research Associates pay Software Developer employees well?

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Software Developer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Applied Research Associates with 1.1 out of 5 stars based on 22 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 95.2% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Software Developer salaries at Applied Research Associates.

Question 3

How happy are Software Developer professionals working at Applied Research Associates?

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3% of Software Developer employees at Applied Research Associates would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 96% in the past 12 months. Software Developer professionals have also rated Applied Research Associates with a 1.2 rating for work-life-balance, 1.1 rating for diversity and inclusion, 1.2 rating for culture and values and 1.2 rating for career opportunities.

Question 4

What are the top reviewed jobs at Applied Research Associates?

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Software Engineer (20), Staff Engineer (12), Engineer (9), Staff Software Engineer (7), Junior Software Engineer (6), Intern (4), Scientist (4), Technical Writer (4), Civil Engineering Technician (3), Engineering Technician (3), Senior Program Manager (3), Senior Software Developer (3), Senior Software Engineer (3), Software Developer (3), Systems Administrator (3)

Question 5

What are the pros of working at Applied Research Associates according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"good benefits but could be better" ((in 36 reviews)); "The people are great and the company really focuses on hiring those that mesh well with the company culture." ((in 18 reviews)); "The management is good" ((in 14 reviews)); "Good culture and learning opportunities" ((in 11 reviews)); "good work life balance" ((in 10 reviews))

Question 6

What are the cons of working at Applied Research Associates according to real employee reviews?

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"Low pay" ((in 13 reviews)); "1. Salaries are artificially low (compared to the overall industry) because of their Employee Stock program (ESOP)." ((in 7 reviews)); "Abysmal, from top of company to managers to inter" ((in 5 reviews)); "6, fresh grads that have worked at ARA for a few years realize the downsides and low pay and use ARA as a springboard for better opportunities." ((in 3 reviews))

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