Good, but could be better - Software Engineer Xylem Employee Review

3.0
May 13, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good work life balance Good coworkers Good 401k match (3-4% core plus 50% match up to 6%) Interesting work Match charitable donations Will reimburse for classes Pays you to volunteer places Lots of PTO and vacation

Cons

Very expensive high deductible health plan No bonuses No profit sharing No promotion opportunities

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Xylem Response
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and provide us with your feedback. We are glad to hear that you find Xylem to have so many great positives. We also want you to know that we have heard your concerns. Here at Xylem, we are diligently working to improve the employee experience, as well as continuing to strive to Solve Water. Your feedback greatly helps us in achieving these goals.

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5.0
Jun 6, 2026
Anonymous intern
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Nice managers, supportive, kind environment

Cons

None really, would recommend for internship

2.0
Jun 25, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay, unlimited PTO, and the occasional free lunch when leadership is in town. There are also volunteer activities available if you want to get involved.

Cons

Only 12 paid holidays, and Veterans Day and MLK Day aren’t included. Expectations shift constantly, creating rework, wasted effort, and frequent overtime that leads to burnout. The environment is highly political, with a small group gatekeeping information, unclear ownership, and perception often outweighing results. The business is volatile, with heavy, frequent restructures and ongoing headcount cuts. Technology and systems are outdated, processes aren’t documented, and training/onboarding is weak. The culture leans toward a boys’ club, and it’s easy to feel sidelined or disrespected—so you’ll need a thick skin. Decisions are driven by short‑term goals, and the future often feels uncertain.

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