D. E. Shaw Reviews
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Pros
Freedom to make decisions
Direct exposure to the clients
Challenging problems to solveCons
Stressful, deadlines every now and then
Not your cup of tea, if you dont like financeAdvice to Senior Management
Streamlining the process of requirements gathering will lead to overall benefit. Problem is that people giving requirements (direct users) are sometimes not sure what they really want.. and the requirements keep changing forever.
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Systems Administrator in New York, NY:
“Great environment, if you know what you're getting into.”
Mar 9, 2009
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Generalist in New York, NY:
“D. E. Shaw provides a great academic atmosphere where all employees work hard and also have a good work-life balance.”
Jan 21, 2009
2 found helpful
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Anonymous in New York, NY:
“High-stress environment”
Dec 20, 2008
1 found helpful
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Associate in New York, NY:
“Amazing company with extraordinarily interesting people!”
Dec 7, 2008
1 found helpful
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Member Information Technology in Hyderabad (India):
“I would not recommend this place to others unless it's only about Money.”
Nov 1, 2008