Vantaggi
Teams are genuinely connected, within groups and across the floor, people help each other and pull in the same direction. The atmosphere is surprisingly calm: deadlines and challenges, but little of the panic, pressure, or toxicity. Things move fast but sustainably, and we get more done by focusing on problems rather than stress. The product is genuinely challenging: large, complex, and spanning many systems and technologies. After all this time, I'm still learning and still connected to what we're building.
Svantaggi
The product is large and complex, which is rewarding but does mean there's always more to learn. The learning curve never fully flattens. Because teams are so connected and collaborative, you sometimes get pulled into discussions across areas — great for context, but it can stretch your focus.