Is DISH a good company to work for as a Software Engineer?

Software Engineer professionals working at DISH have rated their employer with 4.3 out of 5 stars in 70 Glassdoor reviews. This is a higher than average score with the overall rating of DISH employees being 2.7 out of 5 stars. Search open Software Engineer Jobs at DISH now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Software Engineer interview questions at DISH .

Does DISH pay Software Engineer employees well?

Software Engineer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at DISH with 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 70 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 37.7% better than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Software Engineer salaries at DISH.

How happy are Software Engineer professionals working at DISH?

63% of Software Engineer employees at DISH would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has increased by 42% in the past 12 months. Software Engineer professionals have also rated DISH with a 4.0 rating for work-life-balance, 4.1 rating for diversity and inclusion, 3.9 rating for culture and values and 4.0 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at DISH?

Customer Service Representative (358) , Technician (284) , Field Service Technician (180) , Inside Sales Representative (147) , Account Executive (145) , Retention Specialist (106) , Manager (103) , Field Service Manager (102) , Sales Associate (99) , Sales Representative (80) , Operations Manager (77) , Software Engineer (77) , Installer (66) , Business Analyst (63) , Inventory Specialist (62)

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

"The pay was good and after a month or so the mastery of skill sets is very beneficial." ((in 665 reviews)); "The people are great and the advancement is there if you want to work for it." ((in 414 reviews)); "training is good and you get up training almost every week." ((in 167 reviews)); "Great coworkers and the downtown location was very fun" ((in 132 reviews)); "Working at Dish I made good money and a lot of money I made $85K by September." ((in 121 reviews))

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

"Terrible benefits (potential new hires have rejected offers solely on the awful benefits package alone.)" ((in 466 reviews)); "Upper management is clueless and will belittle you any chance they get." ((in 204 reviews)); "No work life balance have to pick up slack from other workers never know what time you'll be off" ((in 177 reviews)); "Long hours meant that you wouldn't always be getting home at the expected time." ((in 177 reviews)); "CPAW isn't a culture anyway and the real culture at dish is toxic and stifling." ((in 170 reviews))

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DISH Software Engineer reviews

4.3

63% would recommend to a friend

(70 total reviews)

Charlie Ergen

100% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.1

Diversity & inclusion

4.1

Compensation and benefits

4.0

Work/Life balance

4.0

Career opportunities

3.9

Culture & values

3.8

Senior management

Software Engineer I employees have rated DISH with 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 70 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Engineer I professionals have an excellent working experience there. DISH is rated 20% above average by Software Engineer I professionals compared to other employers within the Telecommunications industry (3.6 stars).

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70 reviews

5.0

Feb 9, 2026

Good

Software engineer

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good to work in team culture

Cons

No bonus every year need to wait for two years

DISH Response

5mo

It is wonderful to hear that our team culture has made such a positive impression on you. We truly believe that a collaborative and supportive environment is the foundation of a great workplace, and it is rewarding to know that you feel that spirit within your team. We are also grateful for your candid feedback regarding our bonus structure and the eligibility period for payouts. Understanding how our compensation and incentive programs impact our employees is vital as we continuously evaluate our offerings to remain competitive and rewarding. We are committed to fostering a workplace where our team members feel both valued for their contributions and supported by their colleagues.

5.0

Jul 10, 2025

Experience

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good to do work and enjoy

Cons

No cons are there to express.

DISH Response

We're absolutely thrilled to hear you're enjoying your work and experience with us! It's fantastic to know our team members feel positive and fulfilled. Thanks for sharing your feedback!

3.0

Apr 27, 2025

Growth has stagnated

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Managers are willing to let you work on things that excite you.

Cons

Growth is not an option at the moment.

DISH Response

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to hear that you've felt supported in pursuing work that excites you. At EchoStar, we're committed to fostering both professional and personal development across the organization. We encourage you to speak with your manager to explore potential pathways, and to take a look at Pathfinder, our internal mobility program, for opportunities that may align with your goals. Your feedback is important to us and helps shape how we continue to grow as a company. Thank you for your continued dedication!

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