Is Citadel a good company to work for as a Sr. Software Engineer?

Sr. Software Engineer professionals working at Citadel have rated their employer with 4.6 out of 5 stars in 24 Glassdoor reviews. This is a higher than average score with the overall rating of Citadel employees being 4.0 out of 5 stars. Search open Sr. Software Engineer Jobs at Citadel now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Sr. Software Engineer interview questions at Citadel .

Does Citadel pay Sr. Software Engineer employees well?

Sr. Software Engineer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Citadel with 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 8.3% better than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Sr. Software Engineer salaries at Citadel.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Citadel?

Software Engineer (99) , Analyst (50) , Quantitative Researcher (42) , Associate (25) , Senior Software Engineer (21) , Recruiting Coordinator (18) , Trader (16) , Quantitative Analyst (15) , Software Developer (14) , Intern (13) , Quantitative Developer (12) , Quant Researcher (9) , Portfolio Manager (8) , Financial Analyst (7) , Investment Analyst (7)

What are the pros of working at Citadel according to real employee reviews?

"People are smart and nice." ((in 98 reviews)); "Good pay and bonus if you are working in a profitable part of the company." ((in 88 reviews)); "good benefits such as hotel and merhc" ((in 62 reviews)); "Salary is great i.e compensation is very generous" ((in 40 reviews)); "Some smart colleagues." ((in 37 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Citadel according to real employee reviews?

"Can be stressful and long hours" ((in 65 reviews)); "No work/life balance and a very cut" ((in 53 reviews)); "Poor management." ((in 32 reviews)); "Long hours are expected of you" ((in 12 reviews)); "2. Solid performers are let go while abusive managers who don't have a clue are kept in the firm." ((in 10 reviews))

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Citadel Sr. Software Engineer reviews

4.6

97% would recommend to a friend

(24 total reviews)

Ken Griffin

99% approve of CEO

99% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

5.0

Compensation and benefits

4.9

Career opportunities

4.0

Senior management

3.0

Culture & values

3.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Work/Life balance

Sr. Software Engineer employees have rated Citadel with 4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 24 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Sr. Software Engineer professionals have an excellent working experience there. Citadel is rated 24% above average by Sr. Software Engineer professionals compared to other employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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24 reviews

4.0

Aug 7, 2014

Very pleased

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Using advanced technology Good pay and benefits

Cons

The management is involved in local corporate politics and interested in it more than end result. But good, not everybody like that, just only some individuals.

4.0

Feb 28, 2014

Leading Financial Company in Chicago, much better working environment and culture than other prop trading firms.

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Env. Top pay, Relax culture (comparing to other leading prop trading firm in Chicago).

Cons

Still tough for new comer.

3.0

Jan 16, 2012

Tough place to work At

Senior software developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

1. Great benefits. 2. Free Food. 3. Work on the latest technologies. 4. Very high paced.

Cons

1. Poor work/life balance. 2. Managers lack leadership, do not show respect.

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