Learning a lot but change is constant - Marketing Specialist SolarWinds Employee Review

4.0
Jun 7, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

- lots of opportunities to stretch and learn new skills - coworkers I'm genuinely friends with - line managers who are committed to reasonable timelines and work-life balance instead of bending over backward to compensate for other teams' failure to plan

Cons

- true promotions are hard to come by because of constant structure change. I've been "auditioning" for a promotion for over two years - satisfaction is highly dependent on your team and leader - lots of variability between departments, teams, and sub-teams - political complexity and lack of follow-through; teams do not follow processes or schedules and expect other teams to pick up their slack. A lot of "just get it done" mentality instead of figuring out how to work sustainably and efficiently - slow loss of work-from-home autonomy despite great results

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5.0
May 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Stimulating work, great people, nice office space with good amenities, good work life balance and flexibility on in-office time, competitive compensation

Cons

siloed org which is very standard for this industry

4.0
Jun 10, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing office space in Charlotte with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. There are plenty of social events and networking opportunities that help employees stay engaged and build relationships across different business units. The recent IT reorganization has created a unique opportunity to participate in system and process design initiatives. While this level of change and transformation may not appeal to everyone, it offers valuable experience for those who enjoy shaping new processes and driving organizational improvements. I am optimistic about the direction of the organization and confident in the vision and leadership of the new IT management team.

Cons

Career advancement opportunities can sometimes feel limited within a satellite office environment, and promotion paths are not always clearly defined. Employees seeking long-term growth may benefit from having proactive career development conversations with leadership. The recent IT reorganization has introduced a period of transition, resulting in some uncertainty and lower morale across parts of the organization. The department is currently in a rebuilding phase, and new employees should expect to contribute to the implementation of new processes, systems, and ways of working. Compensation appears to be somewhat below market rates for certain roles, which may be a consideration for candidates prioritizing salary growth.

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