Sovos reviews

3.4

59% would recommend to a friend

(580 total reviews)
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Kevin Akeroyd

44% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

Sovos has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 580 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Sovos 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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580 reviews
3.0
Apr 11, 2016

All about Operations and Organizations

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Pros

Sovos is a business defined by operational and organizational concerns. If you love thinking about organizational efficiency, optimal roles & reporting structures, assimilation of new business units, and overall "corporate efficiency" then this is the place for you. If, on the other hand, you really want to focus on Product, Technology, Innovation, Architecture, and Creative pursuits first and foremost, then you will find it challenging to thrive here.

Cons

The energy here is not on "what" to do but on "how" to do it. That is, "how do we best organize to execute an idea" rather than "what in fact is the best idea to go pursue?" This is NOT a knock on the Sovos business or strategy. For Sovos, operational efficiency is the best way for them to deliver great results in terms of revenue, growth and other key success. But if you are a Creative/Innovation type person more than a "Company" person, this constant focus on roles and organization can be a real drain on motivation, and your contributions will not be valued as highly as those who deliver organizational results (arguably, because innovation is less important to the business than efficiency.)

5.0
Mar 27, 2016

Amazing

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Amazing work environment, dedicated staff.

Cons

None, the job doesn't really have any downs to it. Stay on top of your business and your job and you'll do fine.

1.0
Mar 7, 2016

Most Common Career Goal is Finding a Job with a Different Company

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Pros

If you can pass the test, you have a good shot at being hired. Most applicants won't invest 2+ hours on a test.

Cons

Pay is low because the company hires HPELs (hi-performing, entry level). This philosophy extends to management who lack experience and long-term vision. Overpriced products that can't compare to competitors, antiquated technology, distinct lack of marketing and other barriers to entry all point to lean times ahead. Perhaps the new owners will make proper investment in the company but the general feeling is Vista Equity sold because they saw the writing on the wall.

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