Synoptek reviews

3.4

62% would recommend to a friend

(371 total reviews)

Salil Godika

47% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

Synoptek has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 371 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Synoptek employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Management & Consulting industry (3.5 stars).

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371 reviews
1.0
Dec 28, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Still primarily remote with limited travel for clients

Cons

Primary an offshore model where they throw warm bodies at projects with little to show for it. For the past 8 years the company has missed targets set by management and thus no bonuses. Lack of transparency. Poor benefits No raises

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Synoptek Response
1y
While we encourage constructive criticism, we find the statements in this review to be inaccurate and misleading. Synoptek has a strong history of delivering value to our clients and achieving financial stability. Contrary to the claim regarding bonuses, we have paid bonuses over the years based on company performance and individual contributions. Our financial goals are realistic and grounded in strategic planning, ensuring sustainable growth and success. We categorically reject the assertion about our organizational model. Synoptek operates with a well-established and globally recognized structure that emphasizes quality, not quantity. Our approach is designed to deliver measurable outcomes for our clients through expertise, innovation, and collaboration. Furthermore, our compensation and benefits policies are competitive within the industry, and we are proud to support our employees with opportunities for growth, professional development, and work-life balance. Additionally, we are a pay for performance company and, as such, our annual merit cycle - which we run every year - rewards our employees with merit increases based on individual performance and contributions. We value open dialogue, and if there are any genuine concerns, we encourage direct communication through appropriate channels to help alleviate sharing inaccurate information.
5.0
Dec 28, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive work environment with a focus on mentoring and professional growth.

Cons

Workload can occasionally be high, especially during project deadlines.

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Synoptek Response
1y
Thank you for your kind feedback and for rating us as an excellent place to work! We’re thrilled to know you appreciate the supportive environment and focus on growth at Synoptek. We understand that occasional workload peaks, especially during project deadlines, can be demanding—it’s a reality of professional life. Your dedication during these times is truly commendable and plays a vital role in both your growth and Synoptek’s success. We’re grateful for all that you do. Thank you for being such an important part of our journey!
1.0
Dec 13, 2024

Favoritism, toxic culture, and constant layoffs

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

fully remote work is great, and there are some truly amazing, talented people who work there—but unfortunately, they won’t last long in such a toxic and unsupportive environment

Cons

I wish I’d taken the reviews seriously before joining. In my experience, Synoptek fosters a toxic culture marked by favoritism, where policies are applied inconsistently to favor certain individuals. Employees, including myself, are underpaid, overworked, and constantly on edge due to frequent and unpredictable layoffs. HR’s focus seems to be on protecting the company rather than supporting employees. When I raised concerns, I felt dismissed and labeled as a problem, which made it impossible to feel safe. I was told by others I should have never trusted HR and feel that that is the sentiment for many. Overall, the environment feels demoralizing and unsustainable.

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