First company I felt actually cared about me - Integration Architect Workday Employee Review

5.0
Nov 30, 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Over the years, HR and Management have listened to my concerns and have always worked with me to find a positive outcome to any questions addressed to them - There are always new challenges to overcome, but it keeps the job exciting - Benefits are very fair and the cost is a minimum - 401k match exists but could use a bump in % - For my department, work from home is fine as long as you get your work done - They will fight to keep the employees that show the founder mentality

Cons

- Communication sometimes lacks from directors down to individual contributors - The acquisition by WDAY has left lot of departments in limbo - They are night hiring nearly fast enough to keep up with work demand

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3.0
Jun 29, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Excellent engineering talent and knowledgeable coworkers. Strong engineering culture with high code quality standards. Modern technology stack and opportunities to work on large-scale enterprise software. Good work-life balance compared to many tech companies. Competitive compensation, benefits, and employee perks. Collaborative environment with supportive teammates. Opportunities to learn new technologies and grow technically. Stable development processes and mature SDLC practices. Strong emphasis on testing, code reviews, and software quality. Flexible work arrangements (depending on team).

Cons

Large organization means decision-making can be slow. Significant amount of process and bureaucracy before changes reach production. Cross-team dependencies can slow delivery. Career growth can depend on organizational priorities and manager support. Frequent reorganizations can shift priorities and disrupt long-term projects. Innovation may move slower than at smaller startups. Internal tools and processes can sometimes feel overly complex. Communication between teams can occasionally be inconsistent. Like much of the tech industry, the company has experienced layoffs, creating uncertainty for some employees. Promotions can take time and require navigating multiple approval levels.

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Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're aware that there's always room to grow, but at Workday, we take pride in our dedication to our Workmates and the 'employee first' ethos we've embedded since day one. We value your feedback as well as the praise you have provided in your review.
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