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Super Micro Computer Company Culture
Super Micro Computer Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.4/5
Super Micro Computer's Overall Culture is rated D-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Compensation
DHappiness
DManager
DRetention
DTeam
DSuper Micro Computer CEO
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Charles Liang
44 /100
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Diversity at Super Micro Computer
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F
Diverse employees at Super Micro Computer have rated Team, Manager, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Super Micro Computer
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F
Women at Super Micro Computer have rated Manager, Happiness, and Compensation as the highest categories they have scored
Super Micro Computer eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-43
Super Micro Computer employees are -43% more likely to recommend Super Micro Computer as a great place to work
| 21% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 15% | Passives |
| 64% | Detractors |
Working at Super Micro Computer
Working at Super Micro Computer is rated below average by 74 employees, across various culture dimensions. Super Micro Computer employees rate Compensation highest among all categories, and think that Perks And Benefits and CEO Rating have the most room for improvement, putting Super Micro Computer’s culture in the Bottom 10% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 10% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Super Micro Computer was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Super Micro Computer
D-
Overall Company Culture at Super Micro Computer is rated D-
Last updated 2 months ago
Bottom
10%
Super Micro Computer ranks in the Bottom 10% of other companies on Comparably with 11-50 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Super Micro Computer Employee Reviews
Out of 51 Super Micro Computer employee reviews, 66% were positive. The remaining 34% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Super Micro Computer improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 66% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 34% |
Positive Reviews From Super Micro Computer Employees
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Not much regulations. It leads to both freedom and corruption though.
- What is the best part about your compensation package?RSU. That is the only good part.
- What did you like most about the interview process?Quick. You know you're hired almost immediately. Usually can chat with your future boss and two coworkers. Sometimes they give you very good hints about whether you should accept the offer.
Constructive Feedback From Super Micro Computer Employees
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?Messy regulations. Very unprofessional behaviors all across the whole company. Multiple criminal charges throughout company history. Please obey the law.
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?managers need to be more aware of how to teach people effectively. There is no documentation for the learning process...
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Change top managment. Change team leaders
Super Micro Computer Company Information
Super Micro Computer Company Overview
A global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology and innovation.
Super Micro Computer Mission, Vision & Values
Super Micro Computer Mission Statement
We are committed to protecting the environment through our ""We Keep IT Green®"" initiatives, such as the recently developed Resource-Saving Computing designs that reduce data center energy consumption and E-waste while saving customers money on both acquisition plus operational costs and during refresh cycles for maximum TCE (Total Cost to the Environment) savings.
Super Micro Computer Values
- Computing
- Communication
- Content
- Culture
- Connectivity
- Collaboration
| Headquarter | San Jose, CA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.supermicro.com |
| Founding Date | 1993 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | SMCI |
Super Micro Computer Competitors
Super Micro Computer competitors include NetApp, Dell Technologies, and Cray. Super Micro Computer ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Super Micro Computer compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Super Micro Computer Employees
74 employees at Super Micro Computer have reviewed Super Micro Computer across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 2 months ago.
Overall, the 74 Super Micro Computer employees give their leadership a grade of D-, or Bottom 10% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Super Micro Computer are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Super Micro Computer, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Super Micro Computer are not very pleased with their team. 74 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. Less than half believe the meetings at Super Micro Computer are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Super Micro Computer believe the environment at Super Micro Computer is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Super Micro Computer is moderate. About 44% of the employees at Super Micro Computer work 8 hours or less, while 4% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Super Micro Computer are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Super Micro Computer employees generally work 9.4 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Super Micro Computer report the work pace is bureaucratic
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
66% of Super Micro Computer employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Super Micro Computer employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a year
Feedback
A Day in the Life
52% of Super Micro Computer employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Super Micro Computer - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Super Micro Computer is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. Super Micro Computer employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Super Micro Computer KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Super Micro Computer's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 6 Super Micro Computer employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 4 have said yes.
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Super Micro Computer CEO & Leadership
Super Micro Computer CEO - Charles Liang
44 /100
Charles’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Charles in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. Charles Liang’s employees rank Super Micro Computer in the Bottom 15% for Compensation, in the Bottom 15% for Happiness, and in the Bottom 15% for Manager. Liang is generally unpopular with Super Micro Computer employees, but ranks especially low with Female employees. However, employees with Over 10 Years experience have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to Super Micro Computer’s competitors, Charles Liang ranks below both Cray CEO Peter Ungaro and Dell Technologies CEO Michael Dell.
Super Micro Computer Leadership
The Super Micro Computer Executive Team is rated a “F” and led by CEO Charles Liang, Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President Howard Hideshima, and Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales Phidias Chou
Charles Liang CEO / President
Mr. Charles Liang founded Super Micro Computer, Inc. in September 1993 and has been its Chief Executive Officer &... read more
Howard Hideshima Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President
Mr. Howard Hideshima has been the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Super Micro Computer, Inc. since... read more
Phidias Chou Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales
Mr. Phidias Chou has been the Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Super Micro Computer, Inc. since May 2014. Mr.... read more
Chiu-Chu Liu Liang Co-Founder, Chief Administration Officer, Senior VP of Operations, Treasurer and Director
Ms. Chiu-Chu Liu Liang, also known as Sara, Co-founded has been Super Micro Computer, Inc. since September 1993 and has... read more
Yih-Shyan Liaw Co-Founder, Senior Vice President of International Sales, Corporate Secretary and Director
Mr. Yih-Shyan Liaw, also known as Wally, co-founded Super Micro Computer, Inc. in September 1993 and has been its... read more
Kevin S. Bauer Senior VP & CFO
Mr. Kevin S. Bauer is Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Super Micro Computer, Inc. since January 30,... read more
Kevin Bauer CFO | SVP of Finance
Kevin Bauer serves as the CFO | SVP of Finance of Supermicro. Kevin started at Supermicro in Feb of 2018. Kevin... read more
Alex Hsu Chief Sales & Marketing Officer
Alex Hsu serves as the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer of Super Micro Computer.
Diversity & Inclusion at Super Micro Computer
Diverse employees at Super Micro Computer score the company 50/100 across various culture categories, placing Super Micro Computer in the Bottom 5% of companies on Comparably with 11-50 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Super Micro Computer across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
Super Micro Computer PTO
Super Micro Computer's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 10-15 days off a year.
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?
Super Micro Computer Careers
Super Micro Computer Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Super Micro Computer applied for 67 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 75% were approved.
An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Super Micro Computer unveil that one approved work permit application was withdrawn before the employee’s start date.
Work Permit Application Outcome
67
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 75% Granted (50 out of 67)
- 3% Denied (2 out of 67)
- 22% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (15 out of 67)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 67)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let Super Micro Computer Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in Super Micro Computer on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 50% | |
|---|---|---|
Marketing | 25% | |
Engineering | 25% |
Candidates By Location
Akron | 25% | |
|---|---|---|
San Francisco | 25% | |
Hartford | 25% | |
Santa Clara | 25% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Super Micro Computer
Who is the CEO of Super Micro Computer?
Super Micro Computer CEO is Charles Liang, their score by employees is 44
What is Super Micro Computer eNPS?
The eNPS for Super Micro Computer is -43
What is Super Micro Computer revenue?
Super Micro Computer revenue is $3B
Who are Super Micro Computer competitors?
Super Micro Computer main competitors are NetApp, Dell Technologies, Cray
Who is Super Micro Computer leadership?
Howard Hideshima, Phidias Chou & Chiu-chu Liu Liang are part of Super Micro Computer leadership, Charles Liang is the CEO
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