FAQ

Q: What kind of company is Beyondsoft?
A: Beyondsoft is a joint venture enterprise. Headquartered in Beijing, we have branches offices and R&D centers in the major cities in China such as Shanghai, Wuhan, Xi'an, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Tianjin. We also have delivery centers in the United States, Japan, Singapore and India.

Q: Who works at Beyondsoft?
A: The average age of Beyondsoft employees is 25, and a bachelor’s degree is the highest level of education for the majority.

Q: What is the compensation like at Beyondsoft?
A: In order to better attract, retain and motivate talented people, Beyondsoft has an incentive system that is both competitive and unique to the firm, which is updated annually.

Q: I am a new graduate. I’m not sure which position is right for me.
A: Beyondsoft 2012 campus recruiting positions are already posted on this site. As long as your interests, abilities and job match, you can attend our seminars to begin the process.

Q: What are acceptable ways submit a resume to Beyondsoft?
A: We only accept resumes from participants of our Recruitment Seminars. Immediately after the seminar, the written examination is administered. Those who pass the exam will be offered an interview opportunity.

Q: What is the process of signing a contract with Beyondsoft?
A: Generally, the signing and formalities are conducted in the city where you were hired. When coming for the signing, please bring your ID card, student card, certificate of achievement in English, and tripartite agreement.

Q: My school is uncertain when the tripartite agreement will be sent to me, what should I do?
A: Please contact the school, and obtain the tripartite agreement as soon as possible.

Q: After signing, how will I be contacted?
A: E-mail is the preferred contact method, so check your inbox regularly. We also contact via cell phone, so if there are any updates to your cell number, be sure to inform us promptly.

Q: When does work begin?
A: Newly graduated recruits will begin after July 2012.

Q: When is the contract signed?
A: After graduation and upon your formal beginning in a position, the contract will be signed.

Q: Does Beyondsoft offer internships?
A: Beyondsoft can arrange internships. If you have interested classmates, please inquire with the human resources representative at our job seminars.

Q: Does Beyondsoft arrange for training before work begins?
A: Beyondsoft holds pre-job training in multiple regions such as Wuhan, Wuxi and Beijing. Pre-job training usually lasts 1-2 months, including technical training classes, business English, and professional development training courses.

Q: What is Beyondsoft’s new employee orientation process?
A: Beyondsoft has a comprehensive training system in place for new employees, including new staff induction training and business culture training. Training may or may not be held before work formally starts. Outstanding students have the opportunity to receive training or work abroad.

Q: What employee training does Beyondsoft provide?
A: Training is divided into four categories, according to the different needs of different positions:
Corporate culture and strategic development: Concepts of corporate culture, conduct, business planning, strategy development, etc.
Management: Basic concepts of modern management, basic knowledge and skills.
Job Skills: Everything employees need for work including general knowledge, skills and professional qualities.
Professional Skills: Required business knowledge and professional skills.

Q: Is Beyondsoft’s training primarily on-the-job, or is there more specialized training? How long is the training? Do you provide career planning for employees, for example, I am applying for software testing, how can I develop my career in this field? Can work in the future according to their expertise appropriate adjustments to work within the company?
A: Beyondsoft has a complete training system with both on-the-job training and special business training. The length of training varies with different training content. Beyondsoft’s career development path is clear. There are essentially two paths to take: management or expert. The management sequence prepares you to take a leadership role such as group leader or project manager, while the expert sequence prepares you for a role such as senior test engineer. With regard to changing positions within the company, if Beyondsoft has the right job opening, and your personal skills meet the requirements, this is entirely possible.

Q: Are there many opportunities at Beyondsoft to work with leading companies such as Microsoft and IBM. Are these opportunities available to graduates?
A: Microsoft, IBM, and other leading companies comprise our major, long-term customer base. There are many opportunities to work with them for those that display talent and a willingness to work hard.

Q: What are the opportunities for career development and advancement at Beyondsoft?
A: Beyondsoft has established a dual career path consisting of management and professional tracks to best suit the individual strengths and interests of each employee and to allow for more choice in career development.
Management: Allows you to grow and develop along with the company and ultimately take a leadership position.
Professional: Currently, Beyondsoft has four types of professional positions, including management, technology, marketing, and functions. Annual assessments form the basis for promotions and adjustment of organizational structure. Through a clear set of criteria, staff members are measured for their ability to perform in their given roles and are provided with further guidance for career development and targeted training courses. This is to allow for employees to advance their careers according to the areas and abilities they wish to develop further.

Q: Do you offer paid vacation?
A: All employees are entitled to paid leave after working for one a full year at Beyondsoft.

Q: Is time off for Chinese national holidays paid or unpaid? Do you offer end-of-year bonuses?
A: In accordance with national law, national holidays are considered paid vacation time. Bonuses are issued at the end of the performance evaluation and vary on the results of the assessment.

Q: What are the working hours?
A: 5 working days per week, Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day.

Q. What is Beyondsoft’s policy for overtime pay?
A: Some projects may require overtime. Beyondsoft compensates with pay or time off in accordance with the provisions of national labor laws.

Q: What benefits does Beyondsoft offer to employees?
A: Beyondsoft provides insurance as required by the local government.
Basic insurance benefits: housing fund, medical insurance, pension insurance, unemployment insurance, industrial injury insurance, maternity insurance.
Supplementary benefits: paid vacation (annual leave, project leave, marriage leave, maternity leave, bereavement leave, etc.), regular medical examinations, etc.

Q: How is the physical examination arranged?
A: Upon signing of the contract, graduates must provide proof of recent physical examination.
Employees must receive a medical examination at a designated hospital, and provide a formal report before working. In the case of failure to meet the stipulated standards, in accordance with the contract with regard to cancelation of the agreement, neither side bears liability. After starting work, Beyondsoft will arrange regular staff check-ups.

Q, What kinds of activities does Beyondsoft organize?
A: As Beyondsoft’s staff is young and energetic, Beyondsoft regularly organizes various activities to enrich employees’ work and life, including annual conferences, athletic competitions, English speaking contests, photography competitions, and Karaoke competitions. Beyondsoft also has various clubs, such as a badminton club, basketball club, football club, and table tennis club, which often organize games and leagues both inside and outside the company.

Q: Is it easy to find accommodation close to the office? In general, how much is rent?
A: Near the Beyondsoft headquarters in Beijing, areas such as Longze and Huilongguan have abundant and reasonably priced housing, typically costing around 500-800 RMB per month per person. Of course, this varies depending on accommodation conditions.