Pros
The clients are fantastic. The work was varied. There was a lot to learn. Let us work remote since the pandemic. Created strong bonds with coworkers over the stress. Easy entry for people starting in the industry. I felt immense relief after I quit. My blood pressure decreased dramatically.
Cons
No organization or direction. Everyone was always dealing with fire drills. Terrible work/life balance. Mandatory unpaid overtime despite being hourly to save the company money. There was no money for overtime or raises despite Motorola Solutions having double digit profit before the pandemic. The manager had an “inner circle” that did little work but were protected by the manager. Poor low level management with no technical or management experience. The manager created a toxic work environment. Promises were made to customers that were not kept. HR was rumored to fire “troublesome” employees. Poor benefits. Poor training. Regular layoffs. Backstabbing coworkers.