A lot to learn, but can sometimes feel like the "grandpa" of tech companies
A lot to learn, but can sometimes feel like the "grandpa" of tech companies
- Very smart coworkers to learn from
- Great benefits
- Usually a good work/life balance (depending on team)
- No free lunches.
- Not as open to fully-remote as other companies.
- Bad at moon-shots.
Start-up-like environment, but with none of the benefits. You are paid the same as everyone else, despite working more and having more stress.
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