Pros
I'm happy to be working for Cisco Meraki during COVID-19. Although it's crazy busy with lots of meetings and deadlines, I feel really supported with manager and overall team. My manager and I think leadership understands that no one is at 100% efficient right now and that every person is pulled in crazy directions. A few months ago, Cisco decided to reimburse internet for $35 a month (retro to March). It's not my full bill, but every $ helps. Also, they added two more mandatory PTO days during Christmas shutdown. Some people are against this, but I like it, especially if it means no emails from anyone during this time. I think most people have lots of PTO anyways unless you are new. It's basically two weeks off.
Cons
Cisco going through lots of restructuring and layoffs all the time. BUT Meraki is not really affected and is hiring like crazy still. Double digit openings on most teams. For job seekers reading this, better to join one of the acquisitions like AppD, Meraki, Duo rather than mothership.
