Smart, conservative and controlling - Anonymous employee MathWorks Employee Review

3.0
May 16, 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Smart people Rapid fans for customers developing really awesome products and results Good work, life environment Stable, profitable company Defacto standard in the market

Cons

Control is quite centralized Upper management has been with the company a long time so it's hard to gain real traction and influence Control is maintained through detailed processes that stifle innovation and creativity Ambition is a four letter word

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Pros

Strong work-life balance; reasonable hours and low burnout Smart, helpful colleagues and collaborative culture Stable company with solid products (MATLAB/Simulink) Good benefits and campus perks (food, gym, etc.)

Cons

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Pros

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Cons

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