Xilinx – “OK, but compensation isn't enough to stay given the poor management”

Pros

Day to day people are great, most have been with the company a long time and are very competent. Each have a strong desire to solve problems in a team environment. Projects are interesting, technical challenges are reasonable. Heated exchanges are usually not tolerated, and lead to career suicide.

Cons

As most of the posts indicate, the current management structure only understands ASIC design, and doesn't understand FPGA design. Walls are being torn down without realizing why they were put up in the first place. The CEO could be replaced with a script, this is an interim job on his way to another. Goals are being confused with strategy, as middle managers do not have support to implement solutions.

Advice to Senior Management

Just move on to your next job.