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Chariot Solutions

Number of employees in region: 50

Workplace Strengths

Website: www.chariotsolutions.com
Careers: www.chariotsolutions.com/recruiting

About Chariot Solutions

Chariot Solutions is a software development and consulting firm focused on helping clients achieve greater success through the intelligent application of established and emerging technologies. Emphasizing the use of agile architectures based upon open standards, we deliver solutions that allow clients to react more quickly to competitive pressures and market opportunities.

What the employees say:

I love my job because...

The opportunities for advancement and enrichment are endless. I truly believe the CEO cares more about the well-being of his people than the bottom line of the company. This company is like family -…

What contributes most to you wanting to stay with this organization?

The unique culture at Chariot provides an environment in which I can learn from my peers. We are all both teachers and students, and the family-type environment is highly rewarding and enjoyable.…

I love my job because...

I am part of an incredibly talented and dedicated team that always puts the overall team ahead of any individuals. The work is challenging and exciting, and I am learning and advancing my skills…

What formal training have you found most valuable?

I have received both internal training, and external training that was brought to the office within my first 6 months, both done to an extremely high standard, another reason I have no regrets about…

What aspects of your benefits package do you find most valuable?

We have an incredible benefits package at Chariot. The most valuable part is Chariot offers premium health care and dental for ourselves and our dependents. I don't think you will find this benefit…

I love my job because...

Every employee feels like a friend. I think most people given the choice would love to work with their friends. I wake up in the morning and can't wait to get to work. It is a 'fun' place to work.

What do you find most motivational about working for this organization?

Wide open decision process. Great opportunities to learn and grow professionally. Just a great bunch of folks doing what they love to do and management that facilitates and never impedes.

What contributes most to your recommending working at this organization to others?

Quality and calibre of people I work with. Everyone individually would be a super star talent in any other organization. Coming to work is fun and a great learning experience.

What makes you feel appreciated at this organization?

The fact that they make sure that you're comfortable with the assignments you get and that you have the support you need to accomplish a successful delivery of the project.

What impresses you most about senior management's understanding of what is happening in this organization?

The ability they have to get and maintain this company to the level of recognition in the industry as one of the best Software consulting companies in the area.

I love my job because...

Compensation and flexibility are second to none! management are real people that take the time to listen, understand, and actually help in problem solving.

I love my job because...

We get to do new things everyday, work with the latest technology and we work in a great environment. We work at our own schedule and pace.

I love my job because...

I feel part of a team/family that is dedicated to delivering the best solutions to our clients while maintaining a very special culture.

What do you find most motivational about working for this organization?

We all feed off of our CEO's positive attitude. Every employee is working very hard to meet goals.

I love my job because...

My management supports me and provides the work opportunities that really energize me.

I love my job because...

The culture is like no other and we're constantly breaking new ground.

I love my job because...

I'm doing what I always wanted to do, the way I want to do it.

I love my job because...

I get paid to do what I love and I have fun doing it.

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Interesting facts

Chariot specializes in:

· Application design and development using emerging and open source technologies such as Java, Spring, Groovy and Ruby
· Mobile application development including iPhone, Android, Blackberry and more
· Education, mentoring and formal training on emerging and open source technologies

Chariot continually gives back to the technical community through:

· The Chariot podcast series (http://techcast.chariotsolutions.com/)
· Chariot-sponsored technology conferences and seminars, including Philadelphia’s largest software development conference: Emerging Technologies for the Enterprise (www.phillyemergingtech.com)
· Sponsorship of local user groups