good WLB and facilities - Senior Software Engineer In Test MathWorks Employee Review

4.0
Dec 10, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

1. stable and still growing 2. good WLB, managers/co-workers are very friendly and supportive (at least in my team) 3. good facilities (new building, gym, cafeteria, coffee machine, individual office, stand desk etc.) 4. a lot of useful internal documentations/wikis, for many setup/configuration questions, you can easily get instructions/answers from the internal portal 5. company is very supportive to employees 6. good neighborhood (Natick has a lot of good restaurants/malls, close to Boston)

Cons

1. as a software engineer in test (i.e. QE), you will mostly write Matlab code. Even for many developers, some features are written in Matlab, not C/C++. This will limit your skills, as Matlab coding is not a transferrable skill if you go to other companies. 2. as a QE, you will only know how features work, once you find a bug, transfer to developers to fix. This will limit your skills as well. 3. overall, if you are passionate with coding and development, QE is not a good fit for you 4. salary is not competitive compared to other software companies. The salary is difficult to retain top performers or hire good candidates

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5.0
Jun 19, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The company places a strong emphasis on continuous learning and professional growth, with clear encouragement for employees to develop their skills over time. There are frequent, fun company events that help build connections across teams and contribute to a genuinely friendly and collaborative culture. Overall, the organization takes a very staff-focused approach, prioritizing employee well-being and fostering an environment where people feel supported and valued.

Cons

With a globally distributed workforce, it can sometimes be challenging to coordinate schedules or connect in person with colleagues.

5.0
Jun 18, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Strong work-life balance; reasonable hours and low burnout Smart, helpful colleagues and collaborative culture Stable company with solid products (MATLAB/Simulink) Good benefits and campus perks (food, gym, etc.)

Cons

Development pace can feel slow and process-heavy May not be ideal if you’re optimizing for fast career growth, cutting-edge tech, or top-tier compensation.

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