Pros
1. Excellent training program (2-week classroom & 2-week practical experience with mentor). All required information is explained in a clear concise format and each employee receives plenty of practice before being tested. 2. Freedom to work at own pace: Managers trust their employees to stay on task and never look over my shoulder. I keep my boss in the loop of what I am doing and that is sufficient for him. Managers are highly engaged and involved in the process to make our job as seamless as possible and they love hearing and implementing new ideas from employees. 3. Great team: All of my team mates are amazing with diverse professional backgrounds. (Apple, US Army, Wells Fargo) We work in pods and have great communication with one another. If I have a question, I just ask my neighbor and get the help I need. 4. Excellent location, Resources, Perks: Multiple offices in the financial district of San Francisco within 5 mins of BART station. Each employee gets a computer and additional monitors, Zendesk, Talkdesk and OKTA to increase productivity. Fully stocked kitchen and N64 & PS4 to play with during breaks. 5. 8am-5pm: Once 5pm hits, we are expected to leave the office and enjoy the rest of the day. No after-work phone calls or emails, no working after hours! Show up, work your tail off, and go home!
Cons
1. Company just launched so there are growing pains (Tech errors, ambiguity, some confusion). Most of this happens above my level so it has a minimal effect on my job. 2. Not a "chill" job: With freedom comes responsibility. If an employee is not actively seeking new projects or fixing systemic problems, managers will find them work; which takes away time from the manager. To excel in this company, an employee needs to be proactive in tackling challenges before they become problems. You will have multiple projects going on at once!