Unprofessional - Not a place for Computer Science Majors - You're Either Management or Nobody - Software Developer Volusion Employee Review

2.0
Aug 25, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Real Perks - Free Coffee, Ice Cream, Fitness Equipment, Game Tables. Young, pleasant/cheerful/friendly environment. In a market that has potential (eCommerce) Company Values (on paper)

Cons

In a nutshell: **There is no value of employee potential** No attempt to develop employees and guide/drive them to the best of their abilities; the focus becomes merely on what can be produced. If you ever cross your manager you will get fired. No flexible work arrangements. No Privacy - completely open with a 4'x2' desk. It's tough to have your headphones on for hours a day... Software development bonus structure is abysmal - it is tiny a carrot on a stick; expect to work a considerable amount of extra time to consistently not meet the projected percentage each quarter. Software development department forcibly has no lighting - If you get a walk through the facilities you will see most of the overhead lights off. Any attempt to have a safe level of lighting will be met with criticism and fierce opposition. The software development department is dominated by people that learned to program or read the most current agile/architecture design patterns and are now software engineering leaders. The latest JavaScript framework, Document Database, or Service Bus gets added because it's all the rage. Adding to the unprofessionalism - Employees are encouraged to write positive (not objective) reviews here on Glassdoor.

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Volusion Response
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It is unfortunate you felt your work environment was below average. Management strives to address all employee issues presented to them, so I apologize your needs were not met to your satisfaction. Volusion employees are absolutely encouraged to provide feedback, positive or negative, whenever possible. Employee feedback is crucial to maintain a positive and balanced environment, which is why we provide quarterly anonymous surveys. The perks mentioned above were a result of employee input, and as we continue to grow, the information we receive is invaluable in keeping the company presence innovative, fresh and enjoyable.

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