Is Descartes Systems a good company to work for as a Software Developer?

Software Developer professionals working at Descartes Systems have rated their employer with 3.8 out of 5 stars in 27 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of Descartes Systems employees being 3.9 out of 5 stars. Search open Software Developer Jobs at Descartes Systems now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Software Developer interview questions at Descartes Systems .

Does Descartes Systems pay Software Developer employees well?

Software Developer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Descartes Systems with 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 27 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is equal to the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Software Developer salaries at Descartes Systems.

How happy are Software Developer professionals working at Descartes Systems?

86% of Software Developer employees at Descartes Systems would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 2% in the past 12 months. Software Developer professionals have also rated Descartes Systems with a 3.7 rating for work-life-balance, 4.2 rating for diversity and inclusion, 3.7 rating for culture and values and 3.3 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Descartes Systems?

Software Developer (25) , Account Executive (11) , Senior Software Engineer (8) , Sales (7) , Implementation Consultant (6) , Analyst (5) , Software Engineer (4) , Ar Representative (3) , Consultant (3) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Junior Software Developer (3) , Senior Account Executive (3) , Vice President Sales (3) , AP Coordinator (2) , Business Development Manager (2)

What are the pros of working at Descartes Systems according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and people to work with" ((in 18 reviews)); "Work from home is expected and appreciated" ((in 15 reviews)); "Culture is great." ((in 11 reviews)); "Great people working in a company" ((in 10 reviews)); "Great Team and environment" ((in 8 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Descartes Systems according to real employee reviews?

"Low salaries for the industry." ((in 20 reviews)); "low pay compared to market" ((in 9 reviews)); "Annual salary increases are minimal." ((in 6 reviews)); "overall, this company will look good at first glance; flexible hours, wear jeans everyday, good benefits, but the appeal will fade after about a year or two when you realize that there is merit to all of these negative reviews." ((in 3 reviews))

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Descartes Systems Software Developer reviews

3.8

86% would recommend to a friend

(27 total reviews)

Ed Ryan

77% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Culture & values

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.3

Senior management

3.3

Career opportunities

Software Developer employees have rated Descartes Systems with 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 27 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer professionals have a good working experience there. Descartes Systems is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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27 reviews

5.0

Feb 9, 2021

Great Company!

Software developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Managers and Executives are very involved with employees.

Cons

I haven't really experienced any cons.

4.0

May 30, 2020

Big employer with small company feel

Software developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent benefits, great affordable Healthcare plan, 4 Weeks PTO after 5 years. Work remotely. Get to work on the latest tech and grow skills. Small company feel.

Cons

Limited Career opportunities, Limited yearly raises, fragmented business units

3.0

Dec 27, 2019

Good place to settle

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I have been working for Descartes for a while. Some of the pros: No office politics. Friendly colleagues Work is well appreciated.

Cons

If you are competitive and overachiever, this is not the place. Do not invest in trending technologies. There is no scope of promotions or higher roles.

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