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Tata Consultancy Services

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Review work at TCS - Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) Tata Consultancy Services Employee Review

3.0
Apr 5, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Opportunities to Work on Multiple Projects: Employees may get the chance to work on various projects and with different clients. Good Work-Life Balance (Potentially): Some reviews indicate a good work-life balance. Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits: TCS often provides healthcare benefits for employees and their families.

Cons

Potentially Slow Salary Growth/Lower Hikes: Some reviews mention minimal annual salary increases for existing employees, with potentially better hikes for external hires. Salaries might stagnate even with years of experience. Can Feel Unprofessional/Casual: Some feedback suggests a more casual environment which some might perceive as unprofessional, with potential issues in how employees are treated. Micromanagement & Internal Politics: The "family-like" environment can sometimes lead to micromanagement, personal attacks, and internal politics.

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5.0
Jul 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Job security , health benefits

Cons

Pay increase less in annual

3.0
Jun 19, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Large client base. Talented people, have "cracked the code" on offshoring development and support.

Cons

For anyone used to working in US-based firms, the culture and politics will be difficult to understand and navigate. Internal policies and systems focus on the offshore delivery center model. Roles in the US do not fit into that mold, and obtaining approvals for simple expenses can require weeks and insanely high approval chains given the size of TCS. I needed approval from a global division head (a CEO direct-report) just to pay for a short training course. Missions of different departments are not clearly defined, so overlap and conflict are common.

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