Workday

I worked on the server and infrastructure side of the company, which was logistically separate from the external, customer-focused side. I enjoyed working there; the culture was friendly, helpful, and people were genuinely invested in my success. I'd definitely work there again.

Ineffective management. Technology fragmentation: many technology platforms, configuration methods, programming languages, repository types, delivery methods, build systems, etc. Documentation was sparse and usually out of date or incorrect. Knowledge was tribal and almost exclusively transferred verbally. Tall ivory towers surrounded by large moats. Difficult or impossible to grok it all.

Understand and care about the team's work and the obstacles they face. Be willing to make decisions.