Pros
A positive aspect of this place is the opportunity to observe and learn from the CEO's tactics for scamming investors. In terms of engineering, it offers valuable learning experiences in the initial months, but afterward, there's a tendency for individuals to fool others in the tech department, except for the CTO who doesn't care about tech, and the Engineering Manager lacks a comprehensive understanding of the work that needs to be done. If you happen to be Telugu and are hired, it's an added job security as both the Recruiter Head and one of the Engineering Managers are Telugu. Additionally, the Head HR serves as a prime example of how to navigate being a puppet. Female employees, particularly those in sales or marketing, enjoy various perks including the opportunity to visit the CEO's home office. As for other perks, there's occasional access to unlimited beer, though this isn't guaranteed due to recent cost-cutting measures that led to the termination of around 30 employees, including myself.
Cons
In terms of drawbacks, there are few if you're solely focused on work, but I'll mention some key ones. Work Pressure: The Engineering Manager's lack of proficiency in handling tasks, such as knowingly deleting Kafka credentials before removing them from the code, results in daily sitting beside you for pressuring to complete the work. Working Hours: Management expects employees to work roughly 20 hours a day, with the CEO even anticipating responses at 4 AM, though pager calls can be ignored as anyways Engineering Manager will sit beside the very next day. Management: There's a noticeable lack of concern for employees, with the CEO exemplifying micromanagement as the head of management. HR Department: HR appears to lack autonomy and direction, merely echoing the CEO's directives. They frequently alter holiday schedules last minute and seem ill-prepared, even during exit interviews she doesn't know what excuses to be made. Salary: The CEO and CTO often find ways to deduct salaries, whether through adjusting work-from-office days or approved holidays. However, employees from prestigious institutions like BITS or IITR receive substantial compensation. Work Culture: Racism and sexism are pervasive, with the CEO displaying preference for white employees. Seniors are unhelpful in work-related matters. A noteworthy "pro" within these drawbacks is that if you're inclined to be a CEO's puppet, you may find satisfaction in this environment, a sentiment shared by the CTO.