IBM Applications Developer reviews

4.0

84% would recommend to a friend

(3,601 total reviews)
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Arvind Krishna

83% approve of CEO

73% positive business outlook

Applications Developer employees have rated IBM with 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 3,601 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Applications Developer professionals have a good working experience there. IBM is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Applications Developer professionals compared to other employers within the IT (Information Technology) industry (3.9 stars).

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4K reviews
5.0
Oct 11, 2025

Work life balance

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Flexible work hours and hybrid options. Supportive leave policies(sick, personal). Good focus on employee well being programs. Respectful culture

Cons

Workload can be high during project deadline

5.0
Oct 10, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Strong focus on technology and AI innovations Plenty of opportunities to learn and upskill through internal platforms and certifications Supportive colleagues and collaborative work culture Flexible work environment with good work-life balance Exposure to global projects and diverse technologies

Cons

Limited employee engagement activities — more initiatives could help improve team bonding and reduce work pressure Some processes can be slow due to organizational structure

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