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Check Point Software Technologies

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Check Point Software Technologies reviews

3.6

66% would recommend to a friend

(349 total reviews)
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Nadav Zafrir

65% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

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4.0
Jun 5, 2014
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Pros

General: Over the past several years I've seen the company go through good and bad with many people coming and going. With new management on board (CMO), the marketing team is in a position to grow and drive an already great and established product portfolio that the company is known for. Great strengths of this company are the people. Through hard times, the people made the difference, and with good times ahead these people will welcome more great people to strengthen the teams. Compensation: Although the company is known to be not the best paying company (and definitely not the worst either) , it is up to you to negotiate the right level of compensation. You will find that they are willing to pay for talent. Benefits are good, and pay increases happen on a regular basis. Can't beat the free (paid for) lunches! Leadership: The new CMO is a strong leader who, in my opinion, will make a difference and will grow this team with excellent marketeers. This is a place that opens up opportunities for the ones that enjoy putting in the effort to market a great product.

Cons

The company has their corporate office in Israel. It can be a challenge for some to learn how to work with people in Israel. Key is to visit them in Israel for face-to-face meetings so they get to know you and you get to know them. Promotions: The company is built lean-and-mean, meaning that there are just enough people to do the job. Moving up the ladder can be challenging, not impossible, but if you are looking for a quick growth career you'll find this company not to be the most suited for you. Processes: This company still works much like a startup. You will have to find ways to get things done with tools that might not be there. I have found though that it makes you think out of the box. People that need defined processes will not enjoy it here.

4.0
May 17, 2014
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Pros

I really enjoy my co-workers - they're some of the most amazing, talented people i have ever worked with. This is a true engineering company in a very exciting, dynamic industry - so it has that start-up feel without the fear of not making it. We get to travel to meet co-workers, customer, partners and you get to feel a sense of family with all these great people. One time I was traveling in Tel Aviv and hurt myself - my co-workers acted like my mom with their care and help :) and I was really grateful for them. We've had amazing company anniversary trips that are super generous and memorable. New ideas are always encouraged -you can try just about anything and there is always a ton of opportunity.

Cons

A little behind the times with systems and tools but new management is infusing more modern concepts. People can get heated and a bit controlling - but it's a reflection of their passion and will to succeed. You have to navigate through a fair amount of admin to get what you want, but that's pretty much everywhere.

3.0
Apr 25, 2014
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Pros

No one gets fired. Yearly bonus that's usually higher then a month salary. Some departments are working on interesting stuff with great high level devs. Decent holiday gifts most years.

Cons

Cheap cheap cheap - salaries are low and you will feel scamped. Entry level employees really drag down the personal level. Micro management at every level Politics inside the company can deny you moving from department to department The evaluation process is absurdly affected by internal politics. It's really not an employee and manager process

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