IBM Applications Developer/Architect reviews

3.8

90% would recommend to a friend

(304 total reviews)
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Arvind Krishna

87% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Applications Developer/Architect employees have rated IBM with 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 304 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Applications Developer/Architect professionals have a good working experience there. IBM is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Applications Developer/Architect professionals compared to other employers within the Tecnologia da informação industry (3.9 stars).

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304 reviews
5.0
Oct 14, 2025
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Pros

1.Strong brand & global exposure Working at IBM gives you credibility. You often get to work on enterprise‐scale projects, sometimes with global teams or clients 2. Learning & development opportunities IBM invests in training, certifications, upskilling, emerging tech. If you're someone who wants to keep learning (AI, cloud, hybrid computing, etc.), there are good opportunities. 3. Work-life balance (in many cases) Many employees say the work‐life balance is reasonable, there is flexibility (hybrid or remote work), flexible timings (depending on project). 4.Job security Compared to many smaller firms or startups, a large company like IBM often gives more stability. There are formal processes, resources, support in place. 4. Good benefits Standard corporate benefits (health, paid leave, etc.), some generous leave policies, support systems.

Cons

1. Slower career progression & modest salary hikes Many say that promotions, raises, and band progression are slow. The salary increase and hike percentages tend to be less aggressive compared to startups or newer tech firms. 2.Limited compensation compared to top tech firms Though benefits are decent, many feel that the pay / bonus / equity (if applicable) are not as high as in hyperscale tech companies or smaller high-growth startups.

3.0
Oct 8, 2025

about IBM nowadays

Recommend
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Pros

Great place to work, worldwide scope, all technologies, all business fields...

Cons

Career dificulties... as you grow and get a more expensive person, the more difficulties you have to move to another position or job role where you'd need a chance to apply new skills you learn. IBM is releasing too many good people, in all countries.

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