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Aiming to become the global leader in chip-scale photonic solutions by deploying Optical Interposer technology to enable the seamless integration of electronics and photonics for a broad range of vertical market applications
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18 Sep, 2018
"Growing"
Current Employee - Principal Engineer in Singapore (Singapore)RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
1. Friendly and knowledgeable colleagues
2. Chance to learn the cutting -edge technologies on which Poet owns the patents
3. Scope to work independently and new management always encourages to gain the ownership on the area of expertise
4. Sharing and caring atmosphere
5. Environment is open to adopt different cultures from different nationalitiesCons
Sometimes tiring for long working hours
Advice to Management
Positive changes are visible and so keep going to the some direction.
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10 Sep, 2018
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"Fast sinking ship"
Current Employee - Anonymous Employee in Singapore (Singapore)Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time (More than a year)
Pros
there's really nothing positive to say.
Cons
Top management is blind to improve the lower working tier workload. Instead builds up an inverted pyramid culture.
Parent company, POET is equally responsible for the current sorry state of Denselight by being blind to what the management is doing to skew the company's culture towards the bad.
Company promises to increase the employee population but ends up getting more heavy weights friends from … Show MoreFlag as InappropriateFlag as InappropriateHelpful (1)
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22 Apr, 2018
"One of a kind setup in Singapore"
Current Employee - Anonymous Employee in Singapore (Singapore)RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Holding a substantial number of years of experience with multiple MNC semicon / optronics / micro-optics organizations , having been in this organisation for a few years now , and having witnessed the positive changes in management after acquisition of Denselight by POET , I can easily say that this is one of the best organisations to work for in Singapore . Looking at some of the reviews below , I find it hard to … Show More
Cons
I wouldn't entirely say this as a negative feedback of the organisation or the management , but the management really needs to clearly identify and stop holding onto certain individuals and let go of them . Unfortunately , the management is very kind and patient and chooses to repeatedly remind the very same individuals of the very same inconsistencies and breaches , instead of replacing such individuals with newer … Show More
Advice to Management
Bring in more positive , driven and determined individuals . Recycle those spreading negativity , complaining and repeatedly falling short of expectations . Remind such people of industry standard practices and norms . They are being too protected here .
Good time to capture a bigger piece of the market pie , with our competitor unable to meet open market demand .Flag as InappropriateFlag as InappropriateHelpful
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16 Apr, 2018
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"Training House for Future Lawyers"
Current Employee - Anonymous EmployeeDoesn't RecommendNegative OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
Steep learning curve to climb, good for technical skills acquisition in very short period of time.
Encourages one to take up full responsibility of one's own work, almost always even for others.
Good colleagues to bond with, a few good managers.
Attractive annual leave policy for newcomers compared to other established fabs.
Compensation on par with market rates. Could expect to rise … Show MoreCons
Unproductive and excessively long meetings with very little participation from majority of attendees, basically an arena for the upper management to dictate their will to subordinates. You present your data, then piously listen and dutifully execute, explanations are merely excuses to their minds. Junior executive level people can expect to spend on average 10 hours per week on meetings, so can expect up to 2h OT … Show More
Advice to Management
Please go downstairs to the production floor more often and see for yourself the real situation on the ground.
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13 Apr, 2018
"Denselight is a great place especially for young"
Current Employee - Anonymous EmployeeDoesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
You can learn how those senior people or managers push the responsibilities to other people.
You can learn how to run a company with managers more than engineers.
You can learn how to make meeting last more than 2 hours with no conclusion.
It is your luck to be an engineer here. You can be guru of your piece of work because Denselight wants to manufacture world class product with more than 15 … Show MoreCons
It is all about your attitude.
Advice to Management
Thanks for providing such a good learning opportunity.
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6 Apr, 2018
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"Job review"
Former Employee - Anonymous EmployeeDoesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookNo opinion of CEOI worked at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
Not really that much PROs
Cons
Overworked by mamagement
Too much meetings.Advice to Management
NA
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22 Jan, 2018
"Great place to work!"
Current Employee - Anonymous EmployeeRecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
Management are working on a clear strategy and vision to build a world class engineering team.
The technology is like no other and very unique, I love working within the Optoelectronics / Photonics Industry and working with Denselight gives me the opportunity to be exposed to cutting-edge technology.
The future is looking bright and it is a great time to join Denselight!Cons
Nothing to note at this time,.
Just keep promises, trust your employees and they will feel valued.Advice to Management
Keep looking after your employees and they will look after you :)
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6 Dec, 2017
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"Worst Ever"
Current Employee - Anonymous EmployeeDoesn't RecommendNegative OutlookNo opinion of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
One or two nice colleagues.
A lot of things that can be learnt.Cons
Poor, temperamental management.
Employees are shouted at by short tempered/impatient bosses.
Environment not conducive for learning and development.
Many meetings, and meetings have never ended early or on time. 1hr meeting on calendar = 2.5hrs meeting in reality. Does not matter even if you are called in for a last minute meeting at 6pm. Management does not care if you have a family outside waiting for … Show MoreAdvice to Management
Go to the ground level to actually see what is happening at the working level. Who is really working, and who are just play acting.
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1 Jun, 2017
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"Slight improvement but can be better"
Former Employee - Anonymous EmployeeDoesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
-No more pay delay as reviewed by others, yet.
-Challenging environment to learn many things at once.
-They try to attract people by giving high pay and high positions, so might be a good chance to negotiate for better benefit.
-Adamant management that keeps the company alive for more than 15 years even without making profit until acquired by POET.
-Good to learn multitasking and cope with high pressure … Show MoreCons
-Still need to learn how to appreciate 'work but no-life balance' as reviewed by others. People with young children, join at your own risk.
-Pressure are often caused by deadline set by management, and not by customer or market (if any). I guess the management like to see other people getting stress out in order to boost their ego?
-Company direction and business model still not very convincing. It is just … Show MoreAdvice to Management
-Please respect employee as human beings.
-Need to shuffle the top management, or else culture won't change. Effort has to be made, it does not come naturally.
-It doesn't make sense to hire smart people and tell them what to do, we hire smart people so they can tell us what to do. -Steve Jobs
-A happy employee will contribute more, and with passion. Hence, no point to hire people and belittling them. If … Show MoreFlag as InappropriateFlag as InappropriateHelpful (4)
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22 Mar, 2017
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"They started to change"
Current Employee - Product Engineer in Singapore (Singapore)RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time (Less than a year)
Pros
+Great opportunity for growth in career and skills
+No more salary delay (ok once in november only 1 day delay)
+Good for fresh graduates to quickly improve their skill
+A lot of challenging projectsCons
-Insufficient manpower (that's why we need you to apply)
-Lack of established and clear system of doing things.
-Lack of documentation (that's what I'm doing here trying to fix it)
-I had to admit that the scolding is still aroundAdvice to Management
-Improve the benefit and package for the current employees so that they are happy and can recommend Denselight to their friends and relatives therefore Denselight can easily hire more talented people.
-Buy a project management tools to establish a good and clear system of doing things.
-Change the scolding culture to softer approach
-Appreciate what the employees had done and do not just focus at what they … Show More-
28 Feb, 2017
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"Challenging and Rewarding"
Current Employee - Manager in Singapore (Singapore)RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time (More than 10 years)
Pros
Great opportunity for growth in career and skills if you have the potential and willing to work hard. New management is committed in making improvements in working condition. Good for fresh graduates if they can meet the requirements. Plenty of challenging projects as opportunity to apply your skills. If you are confident with your skill, try to apply.
Cons
Need capable engineers and managers to work here. Must be willing to work hard and smart. Must be able to think and not just follow procedure. Must be able to manage, prioritize and communicate. Must spend time to improve yourself and prepare for next level assignment.
Advice to Management
Hire more good people. Keep up with improving compensation and benefits for all staffs.
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4 Nov, 2016
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"Bad Working Environment for Starters"
Former Employee - Anonymous EmployeeDoesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDisapproves of CEOI worked at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
Literally cannot pinpoint out any pros at all
Nice and outgoing security guards
Can learn how to be independent
Training how to appreciate work but no life balanceCons
Limited career opportunities
Insufficient manpower
Low compensation, delay in salary payment
Literally no work/life balance
No teamwork, bad working environment and cultureAdvice to Management
Change the working environment and culture
Move on with time
Better benefits for employee
Stop scolding and be-littering people
Too much redundant paperwork for simple purchasingFlag as InappropriateFlag as InappropriateHelpful (2)DenseLight Semiconductors Response
7 Nov, 2016 – HR & Training Manager
This is an unfair review. It seems to have been done by someone who has ill feeling about Denselight previous management. The management of Denselight has changed since Jul 2016. We now have a new... More
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19 Apr, 2016
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"Potential Career Starter"
Current Employee - Anonymous EmployeePros
• The company has gone through very difficult times both financially and operationally but there is opportunity to recover now.
• There are unique technologies to be learnt (epitaxy, wafer fab, laser optics ...).
• Opportunity to learn and involve in system build up, understanding of overall production flow.Cons
• Multiple roles assigned due to manpower shortage.
• Lack of established and clear system of doing things.
• Employee benefit policy is lower compared to MNCs.
• Progress can be inhibited by financial difficulties.Advice to Management
Think about how to motivate employees.
There is a lot more improvement needed in human resource policies to retain and attract talents.
Keep your word on promises made.Flag as InappropriateFlag as InappropriateHelpful (6)
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29 Jul, 2015
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"Worst company I have ever worked for"
Former Employee - Engineer in Kampong Changi (Singapore)Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookNo opinion of CEOI worked at DenseLight Semiconductors (Less than a year)
Pros
You may make a friend there but other than that, absolutely none.
Cons
Bad management all around. you may not get paid. No direction.
Advice to Management
Shut it down and save others from suffering
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13 Jun, 2015
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"Fair review"
Former Employee - Anonymous EmployeeI worked at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
Many opportunities to explore and learn new stuff. 18 days of annual leaves. Almost no office politics among the employees.
Cons
Lack of system and documentation. Employees may not be paid on time. Management is not efficient in term of communication and decision making.
Advice to Management
Improve communication between management and employees. Recognize employees' effort. Make the decision according to market demand and respond fast. Rebuild company culture.
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21 Feb, 2015
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"Great opportunities, work-life balance, benefits !"
Former Employee - Engineer in Singapore (Singapore)Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEOI worked at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time (More than 5 years)
Pros
Challenging working environment, good for politicians to prepare their future career
Great opportunities to improve anger management skills, ability to work under pressure, and multitasking skills. Basically one man does four men's job with half man's pay
Various OJT program provided for employees to get more and more hands-on experience about equipment moving, handling, operating, moving, handling, operating … Show MoreCons
Too generous to vendors. Occasionally, they even pay for the vendors' services!
Advice to Management
Honestly, Probably think about how to do addition/subtraction before trying to do Calculus.
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27 Nov, 2014
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"Poor and bad"
Former Employee - Manager in Singapore (Singapore)Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEOI worked at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time (More than 3 years)
Pros
Nothing. Maybe the ex-colleagues whom I met so far. There are more things to be mentioned for cons.
Cons
Just like what others have posted in their reviews.
Many bad debts and owed employees salary and claims!!!Advice to Management
Please do some self reflection.
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25 Apr, 2013
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"A Hell On Earth"
Current Employee - EngineerDoesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEOI have been working at DenseLight Semiconductors full-time
Pros
Flexible working hours (could not think of any others)
Cons
Personal finance related issues:
Salary is always delayed - could be up to 2 weeks
CPF always pay late - could be up to 3 months
Employees' claim could be delayed up to 4 months
Company finance related issues:
Employees are being chased by vendors for payment
Management related issues:
Always shout at employee
Always having long hours of unnecessary meeting, even until after lunch … Show MoreAdvice to Management
Please show some human respect
Please give fair treatment to every employee
Please listen to employee, you are not always right
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2 Jan, 2013
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"Bad career starter"
Current Employee - Anonymous EmployeeDoesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDisapproves of CEOPros
-If only its the only place you find to work
Cons
- Worst top level management including the Big bosses
- Poor wages
- Poor facilities
- No friendly environment
- Big pressures from the top managersAdvice to Management
-Do not hire anyone if you find that they cannot work on a task. You might waste their career, mindset and their future, especially when you hire a new grads.
-Do not over stress them.Flag as InappropriateFlag as InappropriateHelpful (2)
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27 Aug, 2010
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"Join if you are hard up for a job."
Former Employee - Product Engineer in Changi Village (Singapore)Doesn't RecommendDisapproves of CEOPros
+Multiple roles for on-job learning;
+Chance to take on heavy responsibility for self-motivation;
+Green space in the company for catch a breather;
+Innovative technology;
+Niche product offering with many customers' orders;
+Foodcourt nearby;
+Many employees leave office together on the dot everyday.Cons
-Financial difficulties;
-Terrible facilities maintenance (visit restroom to see testimony);
-No money to replenish supplies (i.e. more recycling until you see a hole);
-Less accessible by public transport (bus frequency too low);
-Poor communication channel between staff, poor management;
-High turnover with near zero handling down of duties;
-Worst of all: Senior manager screams at employee and … Show MoreAdvice to Management
Be more human.
He that would be a leader must also be a bridge. - Welsh Proverb
Make nice working environment please.
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