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DEKA Research and Development

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Get up, go to work, change the world - Senior Software Engineer DEKA Research and Development Employee Review

4.0
Jun 28, 2018
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Pros

You work with some of the best in the business for a company which is more interested in saving lives and changing the world then making a ton of money. You work on game-changing projects (these are the people who not only invented the Segway, but the wearable insulin pump, the iBot stair-climbing wheelchair, and the FIRST Robotics Competition)

Cons

As a pure R&D company, you generally can't tell anybody what you're working on until something ships. While you get paid respectably here, most can make a little more money elsewhere. Consider the chance to change the world working on the cutting edge of technology part of your compensation.

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5.0
Jan 15, 2026
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Pros

You will get to work with brilliant engineers across all disciplines. DEKA will expect you to put in the effort, but will also give you the opportunity to learn, grow, develop industry skills, and use them to improve the quality of life of thousands of people. As a 20 year veteran, you will rest well every night, knowing your work is going to help humanity.

Cons

Nothing in particular. Sometimes remote access is a bit flaky.

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3.0
Jun 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

There is a culture of sharing and helping. Flat structure means everyone has a say. Plenty of projects and opportunities. Project dependent, but for the most part a fairly laid back culture.

Cons

Expect about 40% less than market average. They have difficulty keeping the people that are worth it. Year 0 and year 30 at the company have the same benefits, PTO, and bonus. No maternal/paternal benefits. General disbelief that any product will ever hit market or achieve internal milestones.

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