Pros: Structured environment. Always work to do. Great co-workers.

Cons: Compensation was lacking for hours worked. Too much rigidity in internal processes. Unexperienced managers.

Pros: You get to work with healthcare organizations that literally take care of millions of patients, where your corner of the project can have a meaningful impact in both care given and dollars saved. Fast-paced work environment with very smart people and new challenges every day. Strong work culture focused on doing good and having fun (while making money). Flat organization (for some divisions) where you can move to positions to lead significant projects, company initiatives, etc., based on performance rather than tenure. Madison is a nice mix of big/small and has seasons. It's within driving distance of big cities and the countryside. If you prefer work travel, there are lots of opportunities to visit new locations.

Cons: You will work hard. You will have a lot of competing priorities. You're given a ton of trust to make ends meet. You're given a lot of autonomy and responsibility, but this is double-edged. So, if you're not used to managing your own time or never been challenged in this way, it's something a lot of folks realize they don't want to do. Even if they can do it, they may realize they don't want to work in the healthcare IT industry.

Pros: Ability to make an impact. There are countless opportunities to take on responsibilities or areas of ownership that will have an impact on all Epic customers, which extends to a huge part of the U.S. population. There are also opportunities for industry collaboration and influence through standards and working with other vendors. This is the most motivating part of my role. Smart and engaged coworkers - most people care about the mission and doing what we can to make healthcare better for patients. I trust that my coworkers will get things done at a high quality. Culinary and lunches are incredible. The campus and private offices contribute a ton to productivity. Madison is a great city with a ton going on. Benefits can't be beat if you're single.

Cons: - For work/life balance, you need to learn what your limit is and make sure that's taken into account with your workload. - Parental leave could be improved, especially compared to other tech companies.