Is Persistent Systems a good company to work for as a Sr. Software Engineer?

Sr. Software Engineer professionals working at Persistent Systems have rated their employer with 3.9 out of 5 stars in 1,131 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of Persistent Systems employees being 4.2 out of 5 stars. Search open Sr. Software Engineer Jobs at Persistent Systems now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Sr. Software Engineer interview questions at Persistent Systems .

Does Persistent Systems pay Sr. Software Engineer employees well?

Sr. Software Engineer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Persistent Systems with 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 1,131 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 10.8% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Sr. Software Engineer salaries at Persistent Systems.

How happy are Sr. Software Engineer professionals working at Persistent Systems?

80% of Sr. Software Engineer employees at Persistent Systems would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has increased by 6% in the past 12 months. Sr. Software Engineer professionals have also rated Persistent Systems with a 3.7 rating for work-life-balance, 3.9 rating for diversity and inclusion, 4.0 rating for culture and values and 3.8 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Persistent Systems?

Software Engineer (1717) , Senior Software Engineer (1090) , Lead Software Engineer (567) , Engineering Lead (462) , Project Lead (380) , Module Lead (357) , Team Lead (196) , Senior Engineering Lead (184) , Software Developer (162) , Architect (132) , Intern (101) , Salesforce Developer (71) , Senior Team Lead (66) , Lead Engineer (63) , Lead Quality Engineer (61)

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

"Good work life balance and flexibility." ((in 1122 reviews)); "Good work culture and caring senior except few." ((in 861 reviews)); "Good work environment and also trainer was supportive" ((in 311 reviews)); "It is good when it comes to learning opportunities and some good management." ((in 222 reviews)); "Good opportunities for career growth and internal mobility" ((in 177 reviews))

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

"Employees get demotivated because of lack of clarity in their role and less salary" ((in 427 reviews)); "less salary hike and compensation benefits" ((in 171 reviews)); "Senior managers are good for nothing fellows who think of their own careers and suppress others" ((in 158 reviews)); "Worst organization to start career with as there is no job security everyday you will be afraid of getting fired (forced resignation)." ((in 111 reviews)); "senior management not good ( HR)" ((in 29 reviews))

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Persistent Systems Sr. Software Engineer reviews

3.9

80% would recommend to a friend

(1,131 total reviews)

Sandeep Kalra

83% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Culture & values

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Senior management

Sr. Software Engineer employees have rated Persistent Systems with 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,131 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Sr. Software Engineer professionals have a good working experience there. Persistent Systems is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Sr. Software Engineer professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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4.0

Sep 3, 2025

Good place to learn and grow as a developer

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Exposure to modern technologies (Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud, etc.). Supportive team and collaborative work culture. Good opportunities to take ownership and work on end-to-end projects. Flexible environment with focus on learning and upskilling. Good brand value and recognition in the industry.

Cons

Compensation growth could be more competitive compared to market standards.

Persistent Systems Response

10mo

Thank you for reviewing us at Persistent. We acknowledge and appreciate your feedback.

5.0

Sep 3, 2025

NA

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Learning Opportunities Exposure to multiple domains (Banking, Healthcare, Telecom, etc.). Strong focus on Java, Spring Boot, Cloud, AI/ML, and full-stack technologies. Work-Life Balance (Project Dependent) Many employees report decent work-life balance compared to Tier-1 service companies. Career Growth & Internal Mobility Opportunity to switch projects/technologies within the company. Certifications and learning platforms are encouraged. Job Stability Stable company with consistent client base and long-term contracts. Culture & Recognition Employee-friendly HR policies. Awards like "Bravo" for early delivery and high performance. Global Exposure Opportunities to work with international clients and onsite chances (though not very frequent).

Cons

Salary Packages Pay scale is generally lower than product-based companies and some mid-tier competitors. Hike & Appraisal Cycle Annual hikes are average (6–12%), often dependent on project and performance. Project Allocation Some employees may get stuck in legacy or support projects depending on availability. Onsite Opportunities Less frequent compared to bigger IT service companies like TCS, Infosys, or HCL. Work Pressure (Depends on Project) Some projects, especially in BFSI domain, can have tight deadlines and extended hours. Bench Policy Being on bench too long might lead to pressure to pick less preferred projects.

Persistent Systems Response

10mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and reviewing Persistent! We appreciate your support. Together, let’s continue to See Beyond and Rise Above.

4.0

Sep 2, 2025

Good

Senior software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Persistent Systems is a good company

Cons

Nothing negative about this organization

Persistent Systems Response

10mo

Thank you for reviewing us at Persistent. We acknowledge and appreciate your feedback.

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