Great pay, interesting work - Associate Software Engineer SAIC Employee Review

5.0
Dec 4, 2020
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Pros

I was being paid very high at another company. They matched my pay here even though the position is an associate level. Fellow employees are driven and intelligent. Depending on the contract you fall under or work in, work may be more/less enjoyable. Mine has been interesting and good so far in the past year - and the contract isn’t expiring anytime soon.

Cons

Benefits, benefits, benefits. You’ve seen all the other reviews here - it’s usually the only complaint people have. That’s really all it is. I would be comfortable right now with calling this my home for the next 20+ years of my career if the benefits were great. If someone else offers me the same amount of money with much better benefits... it would be very hard to pass up.

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5.0
Mar 16, 2026
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Pros

They just expect you to do the job. As long as you do that they don’t bother you with anything else.

Cons

Had some management turn over but nothing too bad

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3.0
Jun 9, 2026
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Pros

Current Leadership: The management structure has stabilized significantly, and my current supervisor is excellent—supportive, engaged, and great to work with. Excellent Team Culture: The coworkers here are fantastic. There is a strong sense of camaraderie, and the team is incredibly supportive. Strong Compensation & Growth: The base pay is competitive and fair, and there is excellent opportunity for extra pay and overtime. From a professional development standpoint, I have learned an immense amount in my field over the past year. Enjoyable Travel: Excellent opportunities for work-related travel that adds great variety to the day-to-day routine.

Cons

Management Inconsistency Early On: My first supervisor took zero interest in team well-being, or development and the second had significant temperament issues that ultimately led to their departure. While it has been resolved now, Apparently management here like a lot of places is hit and miss. Heavy Workload: The workload can feel a bit overwhelming and intense at times. Striking a consistent work-life balance remains a challenge under the current demands. Role Expectation Mismatch: Some of the technical responsibilities and projects I have handled since joining were not clearly outlined or explained during the interview process. Navigating these unstated expectations alongside an already heavy workload has been a significant challenge.

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