Does Xylem pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Xylem employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Xylem. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Xylem?

70% of Xylem employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Xylem 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Xylem?

Engineer (37) , Manager (27) , Senior Engineer (20) , Applications Engineer (18) , Intern (18) , Outside Sales Representative (18) , Project Manager (18) , Software Engineer (18) , Sales (17) , Senior Software Engineer (16) , Mechanical Engineer (14) , Application Engineer (11) , Lead Engineer (11) , Director (10) , Sales Representative (10)

What are the pros of working at Xylem according to real employee reviews?

"great people committed to water and making a difference" ((in 93 reviews)); "Good benefits and work hybrid or remote" ((in 89 reviews)); "Good work life balance is there" ((in 85 reviews)); "pay is good" ((in 53 reviews)); "Good salary and benefit." ((in 32 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Xylem according to real employee reviews?

""Upper management always knows best and they will always remind you of that."" ((in 28 reviews)); "Severe absences of leadership and poor morale/culture" ((in 21 reviews)); "There are way too many managers everywhere and they make up annoying and grueling tasks to seem worthy of their paycheck." ((in 21 reviews)); "No bonus even though company is doing great" ((in 14 reviews)); "Long hours and tons of travel" ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Xylem layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Xylem layoffs and their outlook for job security at Xylem in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Xylem locations?

Morton Grove , Charlotte , Morrisville , Auburn , Rye Brook , Raleigh , Chicago , Washington , Lubbock , Dallas , Bridgeport , Yellow Springs , San Diego , Pittsburgh , New York , Uniontown , Seneca Falls , Houston , Atlanta , DuBois , Boise , Pewaukee , Dayton , Colorado Springs , Buffalo , Milwaukee , Indianapolis , Cincinnati , Columbia , Saint Petersburg

Xylem reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(1,310 total reviews)

Matthew Pine

72% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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Xylem has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,310 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Xylem employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Apr 2, 2024

Great Benefits

Applications engineer ii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Self-Managed Time Off - (4) Floating Holidays - Non-micromanagers - $100/month into student loan repayment - Fully remote work

Cons

- I've heard pay is better at other companies

Xylem Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you appreciate our benefits package, including self-managed time off, floating holidays, and our support for student loan repayment. We strive to foster a culture of trust and autonomy, and we appreciate your input on remote work dynamics. Rest assured, we continuously assess and refine our approach to ensure our employees thrive.

4.0

Apr 2, 2024

a good employer with employee support

Field service technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good working culture with cool colleagues

Cons

hard work, usually work with mud and sewages

Xylem Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We greatly appreciate your positive comments about our supportive environment and team camaraderie. At Xylem, fostering a positive workplace culture is a top priority, and we're pleased to hear that you experienced this firsthand. Regarding your concerns about the nature of the work, we understand that field service roles can be demanding, and we continuously strive to provide our employees with the necessary support and resources to ensure their well-being and success in their roles.

5.0

Apr 1, 2024

Great Team

Applications engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very helpful and a very good exposure to learn

Cons

No much cons at here

Xylem Response

2y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your experience as an Applications Engineer at Xylem and appreciate the positive mention of our supportive team environment. We continuously strive to provide valuable learning opportunities for our employees.

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