Great experience with poor outcomes
Pros
Software developers work across a variety of technologies to produce ideal solutions across several companies. I learned new languages and emerging frameworks, and directly implemented that knowledge in production code. Coworkers were extremely helpful and friendly. Work-life balance was prioritized by leadership such that no unrealistic expectations were impressed upon the teams.
Cons
The salary and benefits offered were subpar compared to industry standards. The leadership team was opaque about ongoing trends in the business and did not project confidence unto the company writ large. The company was forced to lay off ~15% of their workforce during COVID as soon as the PPP loan ran out, despite maintaining that there would not be lay offs.
