Pros
- Lots of cool tech ideas to work on. - Due to its startup nature, the pace is rapid. - Your efforts will be recognized and valued. - The CTO is diligent and readily available for guidance. - You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with amicable engineers. - The CEO is highly motivating and encourages the team.
Cons
- Transparency regarding senior management decisions is limited. - Some managers engage in manipulative tactics for personal advancement. Exercise caution! - The team is small, resulting in a heavier workload. However, this can be advantageous if you're enthusiastic about taking ownership. - Diversity within the organization is significantly lacking. The organization is full of White males and it’s hard for others to fit in. - Office policies are applied with bias based on certain individuals. - While there haven't been any layoffs, there have been numerous instances of terminations based on political factors. - The absence of middle management results in everyone reports directly to the CTO. This arrangement can lead to slower decision-making processes and potentially result in being unfairly labeled as incompetent. This can prove to be not good for immediate graduates.