Pros
Gilead is lean - which has pros and cons. The scope of work here may be much broader than other large companies. The work is fast-paced, and decisions are made quickly. Cross-functional teams are small, and we quickly develop strong networks throughout the company. We may work across several TAs and products. We gain a valuable breadth of experience which may not be possible at other, more siloed companies. We work with industry leading products.
Cons
The Gilead experience varies by group. But the overarching theme is dissatisfaction. The company struggles to retain talent as many employees leave within a few years. They struggle to attract talent given their reputation as a workplace and below-market compensation. Career advancement is very slow, and lateral moves are not always supported (varies by team). Your colleagues will openly talk about leaving the company.