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      EPAM Systems

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      EPAM Systems Software Developer reviews

      3.9

      78% would recommend to a friend

      (2,048 total reviews)
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      Balazs Fejes

      93% approve of CEO

      73% positive business outlook

      Ratings by demographic groups

      Software Developer employees have rated EPAM Systems with 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,048 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer professionals have a good working experience there. EPAM Systems is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Tecnologías de la información industry (3.9 stars).

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      2K reviews
      4.0
      Aug 24, 2025

      Big Company

      Software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      * A lot of projects * Many resources to learn from * There is a lot more organization than there is in other consultancies

      Cons

      * Promotion process can be hard, they'll require more than what others with the same title can do (there is a lot of discrepancy on what a senior is) * Not much rewards for working hard on the project, you still need to put effort in Epam itself * Wages can be better in other companies

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      EPAM Systems Response
      10mo
      Thank you for your review. We’re happy to hear that you’re having a positive experience while being a part of our team, and that our variety of projects, learning resources and organization have been to your liking. We’re always looking to streamline our processes and make it easier for our people to grow and reach their professional goals. For further comments, feel free to write to us at glassdoor@epam.com
      4.0
      Aug 21, 2025

      Good but not the greatest expirience

      Software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Excellent Learning Opportunities: EPAM invests heavily in its employees' growth. The internal learning portal (EPAM eLearning) is fantastic, with access to courses on Coursera, Udemy, and Pluralsight. I was encouraged to get certifications and had dedicated time for self-improvement. Exposure to Modern Tech Stacks: I was staffed on a project for a major US retail client where I worked with a modern cloud-native microservices architecture using Java Spring Boot, AWS, and Kubernetes. You can genuinely work with cutting-edge technologies if you land the right project. Global Company, Diverse Teams: Working with colleagues and clients from different countries (US, UK, Europe) greatly improved my communication skills and cultural understanding. It feels like a truly international company. Work-Life Balance (Project Dependent): On my project, the work-life balance was excellent. Managers respected personal time, and overtime was rare and always compensated. This seems to be the case for many, but not all, projects. Stable Environment: As a large company, EPAM provides job stability that is often missing in smaller startups. The hiring process is robust, and they value long-term relationships with both clients and employees.

      Cons

      Your Experience is 100% Project Dependent: This is the biggest caveat. Your day-to-day life, work-life balance, technology stack, and even your manager are determined by the project you're placed on. I was lucky, but I have colleagues who had less ideal experiences with legacy tech or demanding clients. The "Bench": If your project ends, you can end up on the "bench," where you are expected to learn and interview for new projects. While it's paid, there can be pressure to find a new role quickly, which can be stressful. Complex Bureaucracy: Being such a large company, some processes (like equipment requests, certain approvals, or internal transfers) can be slow and require navigating through multiple layers of HR and administration. Salary Growth Can Be Slow: While initial offers can be competitive, internal salary hikes can sometimes be modest unless you are promoted or switch projects strategically. Your best leverage is often an external offer. Client-Facing Pressure: Since EPAM is a service company, sometimes client demands can dictate tight deadlines, which can trickle down to the development team, impacting the pace of work.

      4.0
      Aug 21, 2025

      Decent company with ok work culture

      Software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Good opportunity to develop ur skills

      Cons

      Work life balance is missing.

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      EPAM Systems Response
      8mo
      We're delighted to read about your positive experience working at EPAM. Thank you for sharing! We strive to create space for EPAMers to thrive and have a positive work/life balance. Our managers receive training to foster a healthy environment for employees. If you are interested in continuing this conversation or want to share feedback on how we can improve this experience for others, please get in touch with us at glassdoor@epam.com
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