Well-run place to work for software developers, but not necessarily inspiring - Software Engineer Quest Software Employee Review

4.0
1 Sept 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good portfolio of core software products (mostly through acquisition). Aliso Viejo headquarters is a great location away from the comparative urban mess of places like Irvine, where many OC high-tech companies reside.

Cons

Insufficient due diligence performed on some acquired products. It is better to write from scratch than acquire software with internal design problems that are almost impossible to fix.

Explore other reviews about Quest Software

5.0
30 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great leadership team. Driving change. Empowerment.

Cons

There is a lot to work on to accomplish the goals set out by leadership.

4.0
1 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Quest Software is a great place to work. The people are genuinely good people, very knowledgeable, and always willing to help. Quest is a strong environment if you enjoy solving complex technical problems, working with experienced teams, and helping customers address real business and security challenges. The company has a deep portfolio, talented employees, and many opportunities to collaborate across sales, presales, product management, engineering, and customer-facing teams. I also appreciate the flexibility, the trust given to senior employees, and the ability to contribute strategically beyond a narrow job description.

Cons

Like many large technology organizations, processes can sometimes be complex, and internal alignment across teams may take time. There are also opportunities to improve enablement, communication, and consistency around product packaging, roadmap visibility, and internal workflows.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All