Big but not great - Senior Consultant Infosys Employee Review

2.0
Mar 15, 2012
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Pros

Infosys represents a good option for junior folks that did not make the cut for a premium firm or for those who seek an opportunity to get consulting experience without an MBA as lateral hires for their background in a specific vertical. You can learn a lot about large scale technology projects and Infosys is a save job.

Cons

Shibu the now CEO was asked in a company meeting attended by a good 1000 folks in 2008 if his vision for Infosys was that of a great company or a big company. His reply was: "you have to be big to be great". I think that sums it up quite nicely. Infosys has manged to evade any notion of modern management since the departure of Nandan, the former CEO and the culture has migrated more and more towards growth at any cost in the 6 years I have been there. Mix that with a bit of Indian authoritarian chauvinism and 1950"s highly hierarchical management style and you have a company that makes money but struggles to attract and keep the best. Women: No senior roles for you....

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5.0
Mar 15, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jun 10, 2026
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Pros

Job stability – Infosys is known for long-term employment and steady projects. Strong brand value – Having Infosys on your resume adds credibility and global recognition. Good learning opportunities – Access to internal learning platforms, certifications, and training programs (especially for freshers). Global exposure – Opportunities to work with international clients and global delivery teams. Structured processes – Well-defined policies, documentation, and governance. Work-life balance (project dependent) – Many teams offer reasonable working hours. Employee benefits – Health insurance, paid leaves, and wellness initiatives. Safe and inclusive workplace – Strong focus on ethics, compliance, and diversity.

Cons

Salary growth can be slow – Compensation increments may be lower compared to market standards. Limited flexibility in role changes – Internal mobility and project switches can take time. Bureaucratic processes – Decision-making can be slow due to multiple approval layers. Project allocation delays – Bench time and delayed onboarding to projects can happen. Variable learning exposure – Skill growth depends heavily on the project assigned. Less innovation in some teams – Certain projects may use legacy technologies. Onsite opportunities are limited – Compared to earlier years, onsite roles are fewer. Performance appraisal transparency – Rating systems may feel rigid or unclear.

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