Pros
- Flexible working hours. - Competitive pay. - Excellent learning opportunities through platforms like Udemy and Workday. - Close-knit team culture that keeps employees engaged and happy. - Many colleagues have 10–20+ years of tenure. - Opportunity to wear multiple hats and develop a diverse skill set. - Work may extend beyond your job description, which can be a pro if you enjoy learning new things regularly.
Cons
- Benefits were very average at best. - The company often prioritizes cost-effective solutions over the latest or most optimal technologies. - Layoffs have occurred multiple times and can feel unpredictable; talented employees were often let go over less-qualified staff. Ties in with the cost vs. best solution perspective above. - The transition from Google Suite to Microsoft 365 was unpopular; many employees preferred the previous system. - Management involvement with lower-level contributors can be limited, so consistent feedback may not always be provided. It’s important to document your own accomplishments and growth. - Hardware provided upon joining was outdated and used, and requests for updated equipment were not consistently fulfilled. - Some engineers experience hardware limitations that can affect productivity. - The tech stack is not always aligned with the latest market trends. - The workforce skews older, which may limit exposure to newer perspectives, though this also brings stability and experience. - Company culture leans more traditional, which may feel less dynamic for employees coming from fast-moving tech environments. - Access restrictions across teams can make work feel slow or cumbersome at times.
