Avoid Joining as a Systems Engineer if you are experienced and into development
Pros
I was working as a Systems Engineer for the last two years and first of all, this is not a software development role. You will be working as an IT support team member resolving issues and managing the infrastructure, hardware, etc which constitutes 70% of the job. So if you are into software development and experienced then avoid as it is a monotonous job. Here are the Pros according to me: 1. Good learning only if you are an enthusiast 2. Certification Reimbursement policy 3. Bi-annual appraisal cycle
Cons
1. This job is a dead-end for growth as unless you move out or you join the software team (chances of which are very less) you will be working on the same monotonous task forever. 2, The management is not at all friendly as the CEO's mentality is very shallow and for him, we are his servants, so expect stress, extended working hours, and no appreciation from the management. 3. No allowances or reimbursement for PST shifts, Food, etc. You will be working 6 days a week and sometimes they call you on Sunday too, so forget work-life balance. 4. During the interview they will say you will work on the cloud, Power BI, Power Apps, etc but these skills are just 20% of our work, your main task is to install OS, manage hardware, resolve issues of a software developer but for these tasks, there is no recognition. 5. You will regret why you didn't join as an SE1 as you will be paid less and they have better perks At last, unless you are in dire need of a job do not join as Systems Engineer and if you have joined try to move out within 2 years else you will be stagnant there also do not trust the 4-5 star reviews try to read 2-3 star reviews as the tell the real story
