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IBM Senior Systems Engineer Reviews

Updated 28 Jun, 2025

Category Ratings

4.4

Work-Life Balance

4.2

Company Culture

4.2

Job Security

4.2

Skill Development

3.9

Work Satisfaction

3.5

Salary

3.1

Promotions

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Hybrid

86% employees reported

Monday to Friday

93% employees reported

Flexible timing

89% employees reported

No travel

75% employees reported

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Gender based rating

4.2

Rated by Women

129 reviews

4.2

Rated by Men

251 reviews

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Senior Systems Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Software Development Department

5.0

updated on 31 May 2022

Likes

The company is open to innovation and readily aopts latest technology. I love the fact that I am a part of a team that markets reliable, high-quality products and much more.

Dislikes

Compensation is decent but grwoth is slow. The pressure is moderate. I do receive appreciations emails from my clients. there is also on job trainings are thre as well

Work Details

Work related travel: This job involves Travel Within City.

Senior Systems Engineer in Pune

Full Time

Software Development Department

4.0

updated on 12 Mar 2025

Likes

IBM has wide range of opportunities to develop skill , work life balance is good ( depends on project and manager )

Dislikes

Manager centric opportunities, Hike is less (3%-5%) , LPIC/ PIP Issue, No Cab Fecility,

Work Details

Work policy: 3 days/week from office

Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)

Work related travel: This is a desk job.

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Senior Systems Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

Software Development Department

4.0

updated on 26 Jan 2025

Likes

Work pressure depends on project. Overall good company to work and food for womens.

Dislikes

No promotion and hikes at all. Promotion hikes gdp everything depends on PeM.

Work Details

Work policy: 2 days/week from office

Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)

Work related travel: This is a desk job.

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Senior Systems Engineer in New Delhi

Full Time

Software Development Department

3.0

updated on 18 Oct 2024

Likes

Work life balance, Bluepoints, free tea, free classes trainings, motovate for certifications.

Dislikes

Manager are biggest problem they refuse innovation , idea, automations so that no employee can compete challange with them. And hire less relevent employee to look smart.

Work Details

Work policy: 3 days/week from office

Work days: Rotational Shift (Flexible Timings)

Work related travel: This is a desk job.

Senior Systems Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

Software Development Department

5.0

updated on 22 Sep 2024

Likes

1. Good work-life balance. 2. Hybrid model with 3 days in office. 3. Positive work culture. 4. Access to free learning resources like Udemy.

Dislikes

1. Low yearly salary hikes (2-7%). 2. No cab facility provided. 3. Promotion process needs improvement. 4. Employee benefits could be enhanced.

Work Details

Work policy: 3 days/week from office

Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)

Work related travel: This is a desk job.

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Senior Systems Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Software Development Department

3.0

updated on 09 Jun 2024

Likes

Nothing as of now in last 2 and half year same, if u working in client location like MBRDI

Dislikes

Working in client location like MBRDI is pathetic IBM Managers are concerned about billing Dont join ibm if u working in client location

Work Details

Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)

Work related travel: This job involves Travel Within City, Travel Within Country.

Senior Systems Engineer in Greater Noida

Full Time

Software Development Department

5.0

updated on 27 May 2024

Likes

IBM has a better work life balance that I have seen in my work duration. Better growth and learning objectives and wide platforms for upgrade. Salary hikes also average as other companies purely depends on manager. Overall a great company to work :)

Dislikes

Appraisals are below industry standards. All others things are well and good

Work Details

Work policy: 3 days/week from office

Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)

Work related travel: This job involves Travel Within City.

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Senior Systems Engineer in Kolkata

Full Time

Software Development Department

4.0

updated on 19 May 2025

Likes

Culture

Dislikes

Manager

Work Details

Work policy: 3 days/week from office

Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)

Work related travel: This is a desk job.

Senior Systems Engineer in Kolkata

Full Time

Finance Department

5.0

updated on 25 Feb 2025

Likes

Work Details

Work policy: 3 days/week from office

Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)

Work related travel: This job involves International Travel.

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Is IBM a good place to work for Senior Systems Engineers?

The experience of working at any company can vary based on factors like team, manager, role, company policy etc. However, with an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5 from over 401 employee reviews, it's clear that most senior systems engineers have a positive experience working at IBM. Work-Life balance holds the highest rating at 4.4, while career growth is rated the lowest amongst all factors at 3.1. Read reviews about work-life balance and career growth on AmbitionBox.

Does IBM pay their Senior Systems Engineers well?

According to AmbitionBox reviews, IBM senior systems engineers rate their salary and benefits at 3.5 out of 5, based on 401 reviews. The rating reflects an average level of satisfaction among employees regarding compensation and benefits, indicating that while employees find the compensation and benefits acceptable, there is room for improvement in these areas. You can know more about IBM's senior systems engineers salaries here and to read reviews specifically about salary and benefits at IBM for senior systems engineers, click here .

How is the work culture at IBM for Senior Systems Engineers?

Work culture at IBM for senior systems engineers is rated 4.2 out of 5 by 401 employees on AmbitionBox, indicating a generally positive environment. Work culture encompasses aspects like collaboration, support, and overall employee satisfaction. The strong rating reflects a supportive and engaging atmosphere at IBM. To read reviews specifically about work culture at IBM for senior systems engineers, click here .

How is the job security at IBM for Senior Systems Engineers?

Based on 401 reviews on AmbitionBox, IBM's senior systems engineers rate job security at 4.2 out of 5. This high rating reflects strong employee confidence in the stability and security of their roles at IBM, indicating that most employees feel secure in their positions and trust the company to provide a reliable work environment. To read reviews about job security at IBM for senior systems engineers, click here .

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According to 22 AmbitionBox reviews, IBM does not currently offer any work-from-home options to senior systems engineers. All employees work from the office, reflecting a fully on-site work arrangement. To read reviews specifically about work-life balance, click here.

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