Is EPAM Systems a good company to work for?

EPAM Systems has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 14,989 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 81% of employees would recommend working at EPAM Systems to a friend and 69% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about EPAM Systems have been left by employees working as Business Analyst , Project Manager and Solutions Architect .

Does EPAM Systems pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, EPAM Systems employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at EPAM Systems. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at EPAM Systems?

81% of EPAM Systems employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated EPAM Systems 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at EPAM Systems?

Senior Software Engineer (2036) , Software Engineer (1962) , Lead Software Engineer (679) , Junior Software Engineer (284) , Business Analyst (265) , Project Manager (259) , Software Developer (241) , Senior Business Analyst (210) , Senior Systems Engineer (187) , Systems Engineer (173) , Delivery Manager (143) , Devops Engineer (122) , Software Test Automation Engineer (110) , Data Engineer (105) , Front End Developer (99)

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

"It is pretty organized and let you have a good work/life balance" ((in 593 reviews)); "Good client base and culture" ((in 434 reviews)); "Some really great people to work with who are great at what they do;" ((in 418 reviews)); "Good International Environment and Benefits" ((in 408 reviews)); "Awesome colleagues and good environment" ((in 277 reviews))

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

"Low Salaries & Broken Promises – The company often misrepresents its financial situation or makes false promises about salary increases." ((in 1519 reviews)); "poor management from direction and high" ((in 333 reviews)); "1. Ratio of Management to Employees is very high [ Too many managers associated in a project which adds to the micromanagement in the end]" ((in 202 reviews)); "Total compensation is low and unfair." ((in 115 reviews)); "low pay, a lot of bureaucracy" ((in 73 reviews))

What are employees saying about EPAM Systems layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed EPAM Systems locations?

New York , Newtown , San Francisco , Mountain View , San Jose , Poland , Boston , Houston , Philadelphia , Seattle , Los Angeles , Austin , Atlanta , Conshohocken , Dallas , Irvine , Chicago , San Diego , Jersey City , Weehawken , Charlotte , Sunnyvale , Saint Louis , Washington , Malvern , Pittsburgh , Poland , Hoboken , Turkey , Tampa

EPAM Systems reviews

4.0

81% would recommend to a friend

(13,467 total reviews)

Balazs Fejes

85% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

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EPAM Systems has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 13,467 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The EPAM Systems employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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13K reviews

5.0

Dec 8, 2025

High Pay & Work Flexibility

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Competitive Compensation: Offers good pay, which is a major attraction. Work Flexibility: Many roles allow for work-from-home, though this can depend on your specific project. Positive Interview Process: Some candidates report a well-structured and positive interview experience

Cons

Low Job Security: A frequently cited issue. Employees report high firing rates, short-term projects, and the risk of being laid off if on the "bench" (not assigned to a project) for 2-3 months. Constant Client Interviews: You often must pass new client interviews to join each new project, adding to job uncertainty. Project-Based Stress: The nature of project work is described as unstable, with cost-cutting measures leading to further insecurity

EPAM Systems Response

7mo

Thank you for leaving us such a thoughtful review! We deeply appreciate your insights and perspective. We're disappointed in your summary of what employees are reporting. We're interested to know if this aligns with your personal experience, or if you were in a role where you had a team that reported these things to you. This would help us understand the nature of the job insecurity. Please reach out to us if you're comfortable at Glassdoor@epam.com EPAM is focused on long-term stability, and your contributions are a key part of our success. We are committed to navigating any business challenges strategically and keeping you informed along the way. If you have further questions or comments about this, please reach out to us. Thank you.

4.0

Dec 8, 2025

Great place for learning, growth, and real engineering culture

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Strong learning culture with continuous upskilling opportunities Access to excellent training programs and certifications Helpful mentors and collaborative teams Exposure to real-world enterprise projects Flexible environment and supportive work culture

Cons

Workload can get intense during project deadlines Processes may feel complex for beginners

EPAM Systems Response

7mo

Thank you for leaving such a thoughtful review! We appreciate seeing our employees past and present find so many great things about working at EPAM. Thank you! We know that working in a high-performance environment can be demanding, and we appreciate the hard work you put into your projects. However, we do not want our team members to feel overwhelmed. We encourage you to reach out to your Resource Manager or HR People Partner to discuss your current capacity. They are there to help advocate for you and ensure you have the support needed to manage project deliverables effectively. If you would like to share more specific details confidentially, please email us at Glassdoor@epam.com.

4.0

Dec 7, 2025

positive

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- stable - good projects - skillfull coleages

Cons

- compensation - bonus policy - not clear roadmap for getting promotion

EPAM Systems Response

7mo

Thank you for taking the time and sharing your views. It is great seeing you find value in our diversified projects. We recognize your concerns, and we aim to provide all global employees with fair compensation and want to ensure you feel valued for your work. EPAM considers internal and external factors when creating a total rewards package - one component is salary. Please consider having an open conversation with your manager to discuss your salary goals or make a career plan for your future with EPAM. We welcome individual discussions; if you prefer to reach out to us, please email Glassdoor@epam.com.

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