Pros
Strong Mission-Driven Culture: The company is deeply committed to closing the digital divide, especially in rural Northern California communities. Bay Area Values: Emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and equity is reflected in how the company operates. Close-Knit Team: You get to work with passionate, smart, and mission-aligned colleagues—small enough that everyone’s input matters. Hands-On Experience: Great place to build cross-functional skills in networking, permitting, public sector engagement, and infrastructure deployment. Access to Leadership: Leadership is very accessible and involved; your ideas and concerns are usually heard directly. Meaningful Work: Projects directly improve broadband access for underserved communities. Flexibility: The company is generally accommodating with remote work and scheduling, especially for long-time team members. You Can Grow: If you’re proactive and capable, there’s room to take on leadership and high-impact roles quickly. Good Reason to Return: Coming back felt like a natural step—there was unfinished business, and the work and mission are still meaningful.
Cons
Fast-Paced Environment: The team operates with urgency, which means you’ll often be juggling several priorities. It’s a good fit if you thrive in dynamic settings. Lean Team Structure: As a smaller company, resources are limited at times, and employees may take on multiple roles. This can be a plus for those who like variety and responsibility. High Autonomy: You’re trusted to work independently, but that may not suit those who prefer more structure or step-by-step guidance. Project-Driven Workload: Some periods (especially grant cycles or deployments) can be more demanding than others, but expectations are usually communicated and shared.