Pros
Strong ownership and exposure to large-scale, high-traffic systems. Opportunity to work on business-critical products with significant user impact. Fast-paced environment that accelerates learning and decision-making skills. Good exposure to microservices, production systems, and cross-functional collaboration. Talented peers and opportunities to mentor and lead engineering teams. Freedom to take initiative and drive technical improvements.
Cons
Work-life balance can vary significantly depending on the team and business priorities. Frequent changes in priorities may require quick context switching. Processes and documentation can sometimes lag behind rapid business growth. Tight deadlines can create periods of high pressure. Career growth and role expectations may differ across teams. Legacy systems in some areas can increase maintenance overhead.