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Emmanuel Roman
35 Ratings
Pros
"Really smart people, entrepreneurial environment, great energy in the Austin office, opportunity to contribute and make an impact at all levels" (in 28 reviews)
"Good benefits, good work culture" (in 13 reviews)
Cons
"Not much work life balance as far as wfh" (in 29 reviews)
"The firm has always run lean and at times the work load can be challenging, requiring long hours or work on the weekend" (in 17 reviews)
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"Senior Software Developer"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
I have been given the latitude to work on various proof of concepts at the firm. Some of these POCs have made business sense for the firm and the firm has invested into these ventures. This has been made possible by the firm's belief to invest in Technology, a culture that strives for excellence and a very competitive set of Engineers working at the firm.
Recently the firm started a Tech innovation center in Austin. The hiring process for new Engineers has thorough scrutiny to ensure that only the best developers make it into the firm. In addition, the firm is making strides at interfacing with CS departments at Universities to ensure a great pipe of young Engineers continue to join the firm.
The firm is also putting a lot of emphasis in creating a diverse workforce. Lot of time and money is going in participating at events such as Grace Hopper and organizations that encourage participation of women in Technology.
The above goes to show that PIMCO is a great place to work for Engineers who are passionate about Technology and want to grow their career by working in a thriving work environment. Opportunities in learning via pluralsight, safari books, linked in learning and offsite and onsite courses, are provided by the firm. In addition, Tuition reimbursement is provided.Cons
I really don’t have any significant cons to list except that historically the firm has been bureaucratic and political, this is transforming but needs to change quicker.
Advice to Management
Firm needs to continue making efforts in transformation and investment in Technology via its hiring process. There are still bureaucratic pillars of politics lurking around various Tech departments. The power in these pillars needs to be broken down and put in hands of developers that contribute. The firm cannot afford to keep investing in places that continue to roll things for the sake of rolling things without any real results.
PIMCO 2018-10-15 07:13 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Vice President"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time
Pros
Intellectually stimulating, high-performance culture, work flexibility, vacation time
Cons
performance not tied to compensation, logistically operates as a small business
PIMCO 2018-10-29 08:16 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Talented professionals thriving in a toxic culture"
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Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than a year)
Pros
Some of the most talented and approachable investment professionals in the industry. Depending on your role, you can have the opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest.
Cons
Promises told to you so you join the company, but no follow on those promises. HR team does not support employees at all. It is easier to get FaceTime with the CFO then it is to reach anyone in HR. The company prides themselves on being lean when in reality they are badly understaffed and do not invest in their employees. Forced to work long hours, weekends and during your vacation. No support at all. No one even takes lunch breaks. Toxic culture with no reward for hard work. Almost impossible to get promoted unless you have personal relationships. It is not merit based.
Advice to Management
Complete lack of support for employees. People are your most valuable asset please invest in better HR professionals and have adequate staffing levels across the firm.
PIMCO 2018-11-20 14:01 PST![PIMCO Logo]()
"Vice President"
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No opinion of CEOPros
Surrounded by incredibly intelligent colleagues. Everyone is type-A, driven personality.
Cons
Salaries are low, culture equates long hours. You will never be home and you’ll work on weekends. This place will take you out without a care.
PIMCO 2018-10-28 22:22 PDTHelpful (1)
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"A fantastic company to work for"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at PIMCO full-time (More than 10 years)
Pros
+ Work with some of the smartest people on the planet
+ Clients are incredibly intelligent, too, and will challenge you
+ Compensation is rewardingCons
- Work/life balance can be tough at times as clients, internal and external, can be demanding
- Senior-level is a bit thick and thus can be tough to have your voice heard or feel like you're making headway promotion-wisePIMCO 2018-10-09 06:40 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Human Resources"
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RecommendsApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Really smart people, entrepreneurial environment, great energy in the Austin office, opportunity to contribute and make an impact at all levels
Cons
not enough time in the day to get things done, heavy email culture so can be hard to keep up if you're not used to communicating via email
Advice to Management
continue investing in technology
PIMCO 2018-10-01 13:13 PDTHelpful (3)
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"Account Manager"
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Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookDisapproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than a year)
Pros
The company is respected within the industry. Clients know and respect the brand.
Cons
Management structure forces senior team members to be focused only on themselves and not the greater good of the firm. All salaries are tiered by title and this incentives senior team members to take credit for the work of junior team members and not spend time developing a strong team.
Advice to Management
Actually care about the junior members of your team. Learn to be leaders not just managers in name. Hire more VP level talent and running so lean. Hire managers who want to be leaders not just promoting self centered individuals who have been sucessful so you can justify paying them more. and stop promoting into failure. STOP SAYING IT IS A MERITOCRACY.
PIMCO 2018-11-03 05:25 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Internal Account Associate GWM Sales"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
This is a great firm for individuals that want a company who will invest in their talent.
Flat organization that offers plenty of opportunity for interaction with other departments and senior members of the organization.
Fair amount of autonomy in managing your day and sales territory.
Competitive salary.
Good people.Cons
New CRM systems recently introduced so support issues were difficult to resolve early in the process.
PIMCO 2018-09-24 15:17 PDTHelpful (1)
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"Perspective from an infrastructure team (non-investment)"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
PIMCO is a high performing and collaborative culture. The professionals here are among the very brightest in the industry and some of the nicest investment professionals I've had the pleasure of working with (20+ years in asset management).
PIMCO is lean shop so employees have a high degree of responsibility and there is ample opportunity to take on additional projects to broaden one's experience. Being lean also provides opportunity to have one's work be visible (great for those who want visibility and to be recognized).
There is a new CTO so there a healthy emphasis on technology. Growth in technology goes beyond quant and data science (every asset manager growing on these fronts) and includes technology infrastructure which is unique relative to PIMCOs competitors.Cons
The downside of being lean can mean for some longer than normal hours. As long as one is aware of this it shouldn't be a problem but if one is expecting to be in at 9:00 and out a 5:00 he/she is going to be disappointed.
Advice to Management
Keep up the positive momentum seen in the last few years (2016+).
PIMCO 2018-09-07 06:45 PDT![PIMCO Logo]()
"Software Engineer"
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RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at PIMCO full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Exceptional coworkers and management teams, much to learn from both
Equipment and technology is top notch and leading edge
Great feeling of teamwork and comradery
Projects are both exciting and challengingCons
Seems to be more and more focus on development in Austin and unfortunately, I’m in Newport Beach
PIMCO 2018-09-10 18:07 PDT
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