Pros
8th Light was a great place to learn and grow as a new engineer. I still recommend it whole-heartedly to junior engineers as a supportive environment to develop their skills and level up. During my time there, I had many amazing coworkers who created a welcoming environment and encouraged me to grow. I appreciated being in an environment that is supportive of conference travel and professional development, and especially thankful that 8th Light puts a lot of effort into planning company events that aren’t centered around drinking.
Cons
Unfortunately, 8th Light’s leadership team made a lot of pretty big mistakes during my time there that negatively impacted retention and morale. These mistakes included some poor hiring decisions, failure to hire and promote women into technical leadership positions, and a few poorly-led consulting projects that led to tense client relationships. These mistakes, in addition to strict billable hour requirements, mediocre pay, and a lack of designated sick time were some of the reasons I ultimately decided to move on.
