Pros: You aren't just encouraged to share new ideas; you're expected to, even if they're a bit weird. This is an awesome change compared to other workplaces that ask you to keep your head down and stick to existing methods without asking too many questions. Ideas are currency at this company. Tons of free classes and courses are available online and after work through DLearn, funded by Disney for employee growth. Constant growth and career development are emphasized strongly here, so if you're an ambitious professional in your field, there are many extra offerings to help you get where you want to be. You do have to seek them out yourself, but there are dozens of awesome courses ongoing all the time. Community is also highly emphasized, and there are lots of on-campus clubs and groups that meet throughout the workday. Even if you have an adjunct interest in a field unrelated to your job, I haven't had any trouble finding support from supervisors to pursue those interests in classes and club memberships. Depending on your team and management, your mileage may vary. However, changing departments and even careers is definitely possible here, and it's been emphasized to me by higher-ups that there is no shame in changing paths if we feel better suited doing something else. I've never had so much support and so many resources in my work life before joining DI. The Disneyland silver pass and 35% merchandise discount definitely don't hurt either. Food in the commissary is good and cheap, and facilities provides coffee machines and snacks on every floor. There is also a Starbucks on campus.

Cons: Different floors, departments, and teams are treated very differently. I know of one or two floors that definitely do not share my beaming opinions of our facilities' provisions or fair treatment by management. A change in structure to ensure motivating management styles across the board would be an excellent investment for DI. Don't discount the other cons listed here; I just haven't found any yet.

Pros: Culture, PTO, Salary, Benefits, Healthcare

Cons: Slow and bureaucratic corporate process.

Pros: Great work-life balance. No late nights or weekends. Great people to work with – nice, down to earth. General willingness on the company's part to try new technologies, ideas, or architectures. Unusual for such a corporate environment. While I was there, the health insurance was amazing. Don't know what happened after Disney took them over though.

Cons: - Relatively siloed engineering teams. - Things move a little slow here – career advancement, development velocity, you name it.