Pros: Good work-life balance. Office okay. International. Ethics okay.

Cons: No equity for new employees, unlike most other tech companies. Very slow promotions.

Pros: Some good benefits, like free lunch. Good compensation.

Cons: This is not a merit-based company. Hard work and results go unnoticed, while promotions and rewards go to those who are part of the CTO’s inner circle. If you’re not in that circle, don’t expect recognition no matter how much effort you put in. The culture is built on favoritism and politics. Advancement has nothing to do with performance and everything to do with how well you flatter leadership. It’s a tail-wagging contest, not a workplace that values talent. Communication is practically non-existent. Major decisions that affect the whole team are made in secret and dumped on everyone after the fact. There’s always a hidden agenda, and employees are left guessing instead of being kept informed. Always. If you’re looking for a place where your skills and contributions are valued, this is not it. Unless you enjoy playing office politics and pleasing the right people, you’ll find this environment toxic and demotivating.

Pros: Good tech exposure. Lots of good engineers. Interesting problem (sometimes). Good for your CV.

Cons: Jerks win in this company. Be nice, and for sure, you will always finish last.