Does Motorola Solutions pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Motorola Solutions employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Motorola Solutions. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Motorola Solutions?

85% of Motorola Solutions employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Motorola Solutions 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.3 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Motorola Solutions?

Software Engineer (438) , Senior Software Engineer (240) , Project Manager (119) , Systems Engineer (76) , Manager (61) , Intern (58) , Product Manager (54) , Software Developer (51) , Engineer (47) , Director (39) , Program Manager (34) , Internship (32) , Software Engineer(Internship) (31) , Senior Engineer (30) , Senior Project Manager (27)

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

"Great people and were flexible with work schedule" ((in 416 reviews)); "Good benefits and the stock purchase program is impressive." ((in 346 reviews)); "Work life balance and historically good for multiple experiences" ((in 298 reviews)); "Good pay very great job" ((in 146 reviews)); "Great Team: One of the highlights of working at Motorola Solutions is the people." ((in 126 reviews))

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

"Poor management and lost in an ocean" ((in 176 reviews)); "Low salaries.Benefits not so good." ((in 162 reviews)); "Work overload, constant layoffs, lack of direction" ((in 97 reviews)); "The leadership has no strategy or plan for the future because they don't know what we do now or why we are successful." ((in 63 reviews)); "Middle management is stuck in the past and not aligned with upper management" ((in 41 reviews))

What are employees saying about Motorola Solutions layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Motorola Solutions locations?

Berlin , Idstein , Frankfurt am Main , Hamburg

Motorola Solutions reviews

4.2

85% would recommend to a friend

(4,746 total reviews)

Gregory Q. Brown

91% approve of CEO

82% positive business outlook

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Motorola Solutions has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 4,746 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Motorola Solutions employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

Reviews by job title

5K reviews

4.0

Jun 3, 2026

Good company

Field engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good people, culture and benefits

Cons

Dynamic and demanding work environment

Motorola Solutions Response

2w

Thanks for sharing your positive experience! We put our people first, and our benefits are designed to support and reward each individual for their amazing work.

5.0

Jun 3, 2026

Thorough onboarding with a supportive team culture

Channel sales executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Comprehensive Training & Induction: The onboarding program was thorough and effectively prepared me for the Channel Sales Executive role. I feel equipped with the foundational product and strategy knowledge needed to succeed. Seamless System Access: Unlike many onboarding experiences, I was granted access to all necessary internal systems and platforms quickly, allowing me to dive straight into my workflow without technical delays. Welcoming Team Culture: The team has been incredibly supportive, making the transition into MSI smooth and collaborative.

Cons

Not applicable, it was a seamless process.

Motorola Solutions Response

2w

We appreciate you taking the time to share this positive review. It is rewarding to hear that you have a great experience with our company culture, which is reflected in our many Best Place to Work recognitions.

4.0

Jun 1, 2026

Rewarding but demanding field role with room for operational improvement.

Senior field engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I’ve genuinely enjoyed the hands-on problem-solving that comes with this role. Every day brings new technical challenges, which keeps the work engaging. My immediate team is collaborative and supportive, and leadership within our department is accessible. The company also does a good job of recognizing technical expertise and rewarding long hours with flexibility when possible. I’ve had the opportunity to mentor newer engineers, which has been personally rewarding. Customer interactions are generally positive, and it feels good to solve real-world problems for them.

Cons

During certain times of the year, the workload becomes unsustainable. Back-to-back site visits, last-minute travel changes, and on-call expectations can lead to 60+ hour weeks without adequate recovery time. While the company says it values work-life balance, field engineers often feel that expectation doesn't match reality. There is also a lack of standardized tools across regions, which means we waste time figuring out inconsistent equipment instead of solving customer issues. Career progression for field roles into management or HQ positions is unclear, and many senior engineers feel stuck.

Motorola Solutions Response

2w

We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your less than ideal work experience as we strive to provide a positive workplace culture that prioritizes work-life balance and overall well-being for all of our employees, and we will take this into consideration.

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