Pros
The company culture at Albiware is different from anywhere I've worked. We're a smallish company still -- about 50 employees. Getting to know everyone who works here personally has been one of my favorite things. Albi is also a very diverse environment, with team members from all over the world. Folks are always bringing in snacks and treats from their countries. It makes me proud to say that Albiware appreciates its diversity, rather than asking everyone to assimilate to one "company culture." The work is fun, challenging, and fast-paced. Being in a startup, there isn't any time to waste. Full steam ahead with long-term goals of being one of the employees that contributes significantly to us going public -- and in that process, receive equity.
Cons
There are certain characteristics of an early-stage startup that are not for everyone. There are moments you're asked to do things outside your role to help the company and moments where expectations seem aggressive. I struggled with those things early in my time here, but I've learned to embrace it as I truly believe it's making me a better version of my working self.