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    4.6(61 ratings)
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    4.6(20 ratings)
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    4.0
    Software Engineer
    Aug 2025
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Average salary, good work life balance
    The good thingsLax environment, good work life balance
    The challengesVery slow paced. 3-5% increase per year depending on performance and no ad hoc increase allowed. Transferring to a same level in different dept has no increase. AI Dept rollout in PH does not fit to production standards and not practical, looks like a hobby
    4 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Specialist
    Aug 2025
    Makati City Metro ManilaLess than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Great place to work and highly recommended
    The good things-Great Place To Work -Hybrid and flexible work setup -Supportive Management -Provide Trainings for Upskilling -Global Exposure in Business
    The challengesNone so far. Maybe just the location, it can be a bit challenging to find transportation since it's in Makati.
    1.0
    Former employee
    May 2025
    Makati City Metro Manila5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    Where Careers Go to Die 💀
    The good thingsIf your career ambitions are dead, and you just need a salary to survive, this company will take you. Otherwise, steer clear.
    The challengesThe Manila office claims to have management, but they clearly have zero clue how to help anyone grow. Maybe the UK higher-ups have a plan, but if they do, the Manila "leads" are too incompetent to ever make it happen or even explain it.
    8 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Senior Frontend Developer
    May 2025
    Makati City Metro ManilaLess than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Great Place to Work
    The good thingsSalary, Work setup, Management are very supportive.
    The challengesDidn't encounter any challenges.
    4.0
    Application Engineer
    Jan 2025
    Makati City Metro Manila
    A supportive and inclusive workplace that values transparency, work-life balance, mental health, and growth opportunities, fosters a healthy community where every voice is heard.
    The good thingsA great workplace that offers true work-life balance. They are very considerate of everyone in the company and consistently check on our mental health and needs. You will truly appreciate the inclusivity, and there are plenty of opportunities within the organization. The community is healthy, and all our voices are heard.
    The challengesLast year, we faced a significant challenge, and I believe they handled it very well. I’m happy that they were transparent about what was happening within the organization.
    1 person found this helpful
    4.0
    Information Technology Manager
    Dec 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila
    I'm so grateful for the amazing culture at CUP&A! It's all about collaboration and mutual respect here, which makes every day enjoyable. The training support has been fantastic, helping us grow and excel in our roles. Thanks for creating such a great environment where we can thrive and do our best!
    The good thingsThe culture at CUP&A is fantastic, focusing on collaboration and mutual respect, making work enjoyable. The training support is great, helping employees grow and excel in their roles. CUP&A has created an environment where employees can thrive and do their best.
    The challengesMaintaining the high level of collaboration and mutual respect within the team. Ensuring the training support continues to meet evolving needs. Continuously fostering an environment that allows everyone to thrive and achieve their best.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Operations Specialist
    Nov 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    I'm only 1 year here at CUP&A but have enjoyed working with my colleagues. Looking forward to working with the organization for more years.
    The good thingsGood working environment. Colleagues are very welcoming and easy to talk to. Good benefits and HMO. Encourage working at home.
    The challengesWell generally, none so far. It varies for each team. As for my team, recently we had few organizational changes we had to adjust to new policies etc.
    4.0
    Senior Digital Content Controller
    Sep 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila9 to 10 years in the role
    The experiences we’ve shared and the values we uphold are what makes CUP&A a special and great place.
    The good thingsCelebrating my 10 years with CUP&A is more than a personal milestone; it’s a reflection of the incredible journey we’ve all shared. This journey has not always been easy, but it has been profoundly rewarding. We’ve faced challenges that have tested us, learned lessons that have shaped us, and celebrated successes that have united us. Working with colleagues here in Manila and across the UK has been a true privilege. Each project, each challenge, and each moment of laughter has contributed to a decade of success and joy.
    The challengesThe cultural exchange and time zone challenges were hurdles, but they were also opportunities to forge strong international bonds. The projects that required coordination between Manila and UK. The calls, the shared laughter over virtual coffee breaks, and the collective effort to meet deadlines had created a sense of camaraderie that transcended borders.
    5.0
    Application Analyst Level 2
    Aug 2024
    Manila City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    The flexible schedule and manageable workload is great!
    The good thingsFlexible schedule and work-life balance.
    The challengesNo any challenges so far.
    3.0
    Finance Department
    Aug 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila
    I recommend this company. Very good culture except the pay. Hahaha
    The good thingsThe good things are they practice work life balance. 7 hours work only. twice a month wfh. they have policy about EDIB Equality, Diverse, Inclusion and Belonging meaning people here are respectable. bonggang year end party
    The challengesSweldo is not at par when it comes to industry. the salary grade should be scrapped and everybody should have salary increase. 13th month pay only while big companies have 14th-16th months. HMO sucks. Hindi nakakaCambridge ang branding. Promotion is very limited to none.
    10 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Multimedia Arts Intern
    Aug 2024
    Makati City Metro ManilaLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Rewarding internship experience
    The good thingsWork-life balance is practiced. Everyone is approachable, and collaboration is greatly valued. I was assigned to a wide variety of tasks and projects which helped me strengthen my design skills, from layout design to video production. CUP&A provides a great platform for interns to gain knowledge and experience from real-life projects and eventually help in figuring out their career path.
    The challengesI didn't experience any major challenges. Depending on the role, the varying time zones can be a challenge.
    4.0
    Works under CS team
    Jul 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role
    Great Place to work. Work life balance
    The good thingsDay 1 regularization Work life balance Good environment Responsive management Learning is free
    The challengesHMO takes long to reimburse.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Microsoft Infrastructure Specialist
    Apr 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila5 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    Working experience in Cambridge University Press and Assessment is flexible
    The good thingsFlexible and Working in Cambridge is like a Family
    The challengesNone so far and hoping to resolve any difficulties moving forward
    5.0
    Marketing (Int)
    Mar 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    A Great Place to Work, indeed.
    The good thingsAchieving work-life balance here is a breeze! Despite my team being based in the UK, I've never felt left out. Our managers are incredibly supportive, always encouraging us to explore and expand our skills and knowledge. There's no micro-management; instead, we're trusted to know and own our responsibilities. Plus, being permanent from day one is a huge bonus. The batch induction process is also super helpful for making connections early on. And let's not forget about the vibrant diversity here—it's something I really appreciate!
    The challengesThe allowances are a bit limited, so it's worth noting that this might not be the ideal setup for those who rely on bi-monthly salaries. Additionally, there's room for improvement with the HMO coverage.
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Senior Software Engineer
    Feb 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    I am grateful that I found CUP&A.
    The good thingsFor new hires, they are regularized on Day 1. This means also having HMO and professional development benefits among others.
    The challengesThe usual adjustment when starting with a new employer. Though, it is definitely worth it.
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Senior Data Integration Analyst
    Feb 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila5 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    Working with Cambridge is one of my most fulfilling career experience.
    The good thingsOne of the good things that I like about Digital Services Cambridge Limited is the day 1 regularization.
    The challengesNot all companies are perfect, and one of the challenges is the limited building parking slots.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Software Engineer
    Feb 2024
    Makati City Metro Manila
    This is definitely the workplace you're looking for if you value work-life balance. Absolutely a great place to work!
    The good thingsWork-life balance is definitely a thing here.
    The challengesInitial salary is competitive and annual increase will be given. However, increase is not that high from the expectation.
    4 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Operations
    Nov 2023
    Makati City Metro Manila
    Great place to work, work culture and environment is okay. It's not perfect but it's a good place to learn and thrive just fix the contracts records and hmo partner.
    The good thingsVery accepting regardless of credentials and experience. Hybrid and no mandatory rto. Pay is high but average when you less the tax and govt contributions. Squiggly career is encouraged and implemented.
    The challengesThey have errors in their documentations of *Contract details including agreed basic pay* which is a red flag. Some tend too micromanage their teams. Most job opportunities are IT/CSR/HR specific. No night differential. HMO is difficult to contact and takes long to reimburse. Pay transparency could be better.
    5 people found this helpful
    3.0
    Technical Support Analyst
    Nov 2023
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    The workload is okay, the management and their initiatives can be enhanced, and as long as these improvements can be modified then we're good.
    The good thingsLearning is free. They do have their own hub with thousands of courses that employees can take for free. It has a wide variety of topics but of course, most of them are related to business, leadership, and technical skills.
    The challengesOnly one type of allowance is provided. So although the basic salary is high, take-home pay is average after all those deductions. The management can be improved. The bonus system is pro-management because of leveling. Their guidelines on some standard operating procedures are not that cohesive. There are initiatives on employee engagement but consistency cannot be maintained.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Software Engineer
    Nov 2023
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    I am being introduced to a whole new set of interesting challenges every now and then, and it's been very satisfying to work with them.
    The good thingsWork culture, career development
    The challengesPay progression is vague, at least in my experience
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Data analyst
    Sep 2023
    Manila City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Cheers to New Beginnings!
    The good thingsMy colleagues are very welcoming and everyone is treated with respect. My line manager truly made me feel supported and is always rooting for my success. Also, there is a keen sense that the management is really concerned about the employees' overall welfare and career development.
    The challengesIt is a very big organization so it is easy to feel overwhelmed and a bit lost/insignificant.
    5.0
    People & Culture
    Aug 2023
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    A stellar experience
    The good things(1) refreshing to work for an employer that genuinely cares about the wellbeing of employees. (2) willingness of management to engage in meaningful conversations with employees (3) transparent communication and decision-making processes within the company (4) training and development opportunities in the company
    The challengesbenefits can still be improved.
    5.0
    Multimedia Intern
    Aug 2023
    Makati City Metro ManilaLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    A Welcoming place to learn and thrive!!!
    The good thingsI had fun and learned a lot at the same time as the people that I worked with are very welcoming and the things I did improved my skillsets and gave me confidence in pursuing my own venture.
    The challengesI would not have any complaints as the team that I was a part of made better and learned a lot!
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Software Engineer Intern
    Aug 2023
    Makati City Metro ManilaLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    The best place to jumpstart your career
    The good thingsOne of the best places to start with as a developer and software engineer and learn as an intern. You get to be involved in every step of the way with really good and very professional people. Plus it has allowance :D
    The challengesNone. Maybe the onboarding took a while but that's more of a non-issue
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Junior Software Engineer
    Aug 2023
    Makati City Metro Manila1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Exciting times for the company
    The good things* It allows us to research, test, and present some new technologies (specifically frameworks) that we find useful for the project. * As a fresh graduate, it was easy to adapt to their tech stack and ways of working.
    The challenges* Some of the processes can be a bit slow sometimes, especially reimbursement of medical expenses, however, it has improved over the past few weeks.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Junior software engineer
    Jul 2023
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Definitely a Great Place To Work
    The good thingsOnboarding, culture, people, learning/training opportunities, employee benefits, HMO with 2 dependents, appreciation cards/awards, different guilds, office, hybrid setup, work/life balance, team building
    The challengesMaintaining legacy application and no proper process for development and deployment but currently planning to have a proper process for it
    5.0
    Application consultant
    Jul 2023
    Laguna Calabarzon5 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    Cambridge Manila - Pursuing Potential
    The good thingsOne thing I loved about Cambridge is that I am always supported by colleagues & managers around me, that even if I felt uncomfortable— they allowed me grow, to fail and learn fast, and pursue things I never thought I could. A lot of trainings available, non-work sessions or trainings are also enjoyed here, and being able to do business visits in the United Kingdom. We are in a hybrid working environment, where management are people focused, and understand the working situations here in Manila.
    The challengesNo challenges working for this company.
    5.0
    Junior QA
    Jun 2023
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Great company - work set up & people
    The good thingshybrid work set-up, great management and people
    The challengeswe own our development so it will be really up to us how are career here will develop
    4.0
    Junior Engineer
    May 2023
    Great company where you can pursue your potential
    The good thingsI enjoy the people and the efforts of the management to ensure that we are enjoying our role and the culture.
    The challengesWe are challenged to own our development which is a good thing
    5.0
    Junior QA
    May 2023
    Las Pinas City Metro Manilacurrent employee
    Great starting point
    The good thingsThey offered a good salary for a career shifter with no experience in QA industry.
    The challengesChallenges working for this company are you will be bombarded by training, it is a good thing though.
    1 person found this helpful
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