Company: Oracle
Date: 2012-09-20
Overall rating: 3/5
Employment status: current

Stable, profitable company to work for
Pros: A tightly-run and fiscally responsible machine. Oracle is great for career stability, though this might depend on what division one lands in. The option to be a virtual worker is a big bonus and keeps work-life balance issues at a minimum. The size/scope of the company also means there are many other opportunities to consider over time.
Cons: Sometimes not sure if Oracle is profitable because of its business strategies or because it keeps a tight grip on costs. Salary bumps have been low, and moving into a higher pay band requires savvy and alliances. While the size of the company means additional opportunities, the know-how to find/connect with them is required. If you're not big on networking as a tool to get where you want to go it's not for you.