Elsevier Software Engineer II reviews

4.2

99% would recommend to a friend

(13 total reviews)

Kumsal Bayazit

100% approve of CEO

99% positive business outlook

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13 reviews
4.0
Jul 17, 2025

Great WLB

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Pros

Great Work like balance Flexibility in work

Cons

Slower learning Less salary than competitive

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Elsevier Response
12mo
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your review. We are grateful for your feedback.
5.0
Nov 5, 2024
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Pros

1. Supportive Environment: As a fresher, I’ve found the workplace culture incredibly welcoming. There’s a strong emphasis on support, which makes it easy to transition into my role. 2. Trust and Independence: Elsevier doesn’t micromanage. This autonomy allows me to take ownership of my tasks and develop my problem-solving skills without unnecessary oversight. 3. Work-Life Balance: The company respects personal time by not expecting us to work beyond regular office hours. This focus on work-life balance is refreshing and contributes to overall job satisfaction. 4. Flexible Timing: With flexible working hours, I can tailor my schedule to my peak productivity times, which enhances my performance and well-being. 5. Low-Pressure Environment: The workplace is designed to minimize stress, which fosters a creative atmosphere where I feel comfortable sharing my ideas and taking risks. 6. Focus on Learning: Elsevier provides dedicated development days, allowing employees to pursue professional growth and acquire new skills. This commitment to learning is invaluable for my career development. 7. Opportunities for Growth: The company encourages internal movement, giving me the chance to explore various roles and responsibilities. This flexibility helps me align my career path with my interests and goals. 8. Excellent Hiring Experience: My journey with Elsevier began with one of the best hiring experiences I've had. The process was smooth and welcoming, making me feel valued right from the start that included a bootcamp with other new hires and monthly meetings with HR. This helped me build connections, understand the company culture, and ease my transition. Overall, my experience at Elsevier has been overwhelmingly positive, and I’m excited to continue growing in such a dynamic and supportive environment.

Cons

1. Opportunities for Increased Interaction: While remote work policies may limit face-to-face interactions, we are actively finding ways to communicate and connect as a team, fostering collaboration even in a virtual environment. 2. Growth Through Adaptation: New employees might face an adjustment period, but this experience helps us grow and develop valuable skills as we learn to navigate the corporate culture. 3. Encouraging Competitive Spirit: The competitive nature of internal mobility can motivate us to improve and pursue our career goals, ultimately leading to personal and professional development. 4. Enhancing Communication Strategies: While communication may vary within a large organization, it presents an opportunity for us to improve our communication strategies and ensure everyone is informed and engaged.

3.0
Oct 30, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Work life balance, supportive team

Cons

Low pay, micro management, en ethical upper level management

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Elsevier Response
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Thank you for leaving your review. We regularly benchmark our salary offerings to remain aligned with market standards and have balanced compensation packages that reward individual achievements. Our tech leadership team and employees are aligned in striving to create a great work environment for everyone. We are unified in our efforts to continue to build an environment that is free of partial decisions but one that's connected, supportive, nurturing, and good for business. We encourage you to speak to your HR partner and manager on any issues of concern. Thank you.
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