Strong Technical Projects and Great Team, but Compensation and Bench Policy Could Improve - Frontend Developer EPAM Systems Employee Review

4.0
Jan 24, 2026
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Pros

Interesting and challenging projects with modern technologies and international clients. Excellent learning opportunities through internal trainings, certifications, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Supportive team and colleagues — people are professional and always ready to help. Good work-life balance with flexible hours and remote/hybrid options in Poland offices (like Gdańsk/Gdynia area). Stable company with a strong reputation in the industry.

Cons

Salary increases are modest and not always competitive with market rates, especially for long-term employees. Bench periods can be stressful due to the policy around project allocation and potential risks. Some bureaucracy in processes and decision-making, which can slow down daily work. Limited rapid career growth without switching projects frequently.

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EPAM Systems Response
4mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your views. It is great to see that you have found value in our diverse projects and technology offerings, and that you appreciate the supportive team and colleagues. We also appreciate your feedback regarding salary. We strive to offer competitive compensation and continuously review our policies to support our employees’ growth and satisfaction. Employees without a current project assignment remain eligible for employee benefits. This period during employment is important for development as an EPAMer. Your input is valuable and will be shared with our leadership team. We wish you the best in your career.

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5.0
May 28, 2026
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Pros

Amazing team—very collaborative, supportive, and welcoming from day one. Strong leadership, my manager is incredibly supportive and gives you autonomy to take ownership and bring new ideas forward. There is a well-structured environment—processes are clear, well explained and continuously improving. Great opportunities to learn; many trainings and tools available to support professional growth. People genuinely care about each other and create a positive work environment.

Cons

In some cases, coordination across teams can take extra time

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EPAM Systems Response
3d
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to hear that you have enjoyed the collaborative team environment, supportive leadership and the learning opportunities available at EPAM. We appreciate your constructive feedback regarding cross-team coordination. As we continue to grow, streamlining collaboration is a priority and we are always looking for ways to improve our processes. We would love to hear your specific ideas on how we can make this smoother. Please reach out to your HR People Partner or reach out to us at Glassdoor@epam.com to continue the conversation.
3.0
May 20, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

You get exposure to the very latest technology, and the company is implementing it in impactful, real-world ways. Even if you're not in a tech role, you naturally build deeper understanding in the latest technologies that you may never get exposure to at other companies. Truly global. Even for employees not in global roles, you still get good visibility into the company's global scale and impact.

Cons

Too much process around approvals which reduces speed of execution. Asked to step-up but then insufficient support provided. Two-faced behaviors of managers has become acceptable.

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EPAM Systems Response
3d
Thank you for sharing your experience and your thoughts. We are glad you value the exposure to new technologies, our global scale and the opportunity to see our real-world impact firsthand. We are sorry to read about the more negative aspects of your experience, and we appreciate your candid feedback on where we can improve. Your insights are incredibly helpful. Furthermore, we take your comments about management behavior seriously as we strive to maintain a culture of transparency, integrity and respect. We would like to understand more about your specific experience so we can address these concerns. Please reach out to your HR People Partner or email us at Glassdoor@epam.com to continue this conversation confidentially. Thank you.
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