I am glad I escaped! - Senior Product Manager SolarWinds Employee Review

1.0
21 Sept 2021
Recommend
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Pros

The company has good people on the front line - many that have been there for years

Cons

SolarWinds got a new CEO in December and a new CPO in March. For a company that is already challenged with a security breach in December and a declining customer base, things went south very quickly with the new CPO. It became a very dysfunctional organization and hard to feel like I could grow and thrive there. We have been churning employees ever since and it feels like a sinking ship. I am glad I chose to leave. I am so much happier in my new job. I cant believe how badly I felt while I was there and how much different I feel now that I work in an organization that cares about its employees.

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5.0
19 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Stimulating work, great people, nice office space with good amenities, good work life balance and flexibility on in-office time, competitive compensation

Cons

siloed org which is very standard for this industry

4.0
10 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing office space in Charlotte with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. There are plenty of social events and networking opportunities that help employees stay engaged and build relationships across different business units. The recent IT reorganization has created a unique opportunity to participate in system and process design initiatives. While this level of change and transformation may not appeal to everyone, it offers valuable experience for those who enjoy shaping new processes and driving organizational improvements. I am optimistic about the direction of the organization and confident in the vision and leadership of the new IT management team.

Cons

Career advancement opportunities can sometimes feel limited within a satellite office environment, and promotion paths are not always clearly defined. Employees seeking long-term growth may benefit from having proactive career development conversations with leadership. The recent IT reorganization has introduced a period of transition, resulting in some uncertainty and lower morale across parts of the organization. The department is currently in a rebuilding phase, and new employees should expect to contribute to the implementation of new processes, systems, and ways of working. Compensation appears to be somewhat below market rates for certain roles, which may be a consideration for candidates prioritizing salary growth.

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