Tight-knit family focused on growth
Pros
I worked here for 6.5 years under the strategic division which focuses on long-term decision support for fire/EMS departments. The work was interesting, with analysts and engineers alike often needing to wear many hats and learn many different skills, and our products felt like it supported a greater good (public safety). In my last three years there, the company underwent an impressive transformation from supporting legacy software to developing cutting edge software in operations research. I think the company has a bright future under the current management and I'm looking forward to checking in with Latha, Raj, and Jon over the next few years to see where the company will be headed. The company is small and the people working there are close and often friends. I was made to feel like family there, both from management and other co-workers and this is what I take away most from my time there. I've had the privilege of meeting some of the smartest people I know there and they've helped me a lot in my career development. For this, I wouldn't change my experience there for anything. The company also offers an excellent PTO structure and good benefits. Pay is not outstanding but competitive for the San Diego area. You are expected to do good work but the supportive nature of the teams will help you succeed if you are struggling.
Cons
Unfortunately, as a smaller company, there is a shorter ceiling in terms of career development compared to larger companies. While the company is growing quickly now, I think some patience will be needed to see the company grow to medium or large sized. Deccan focuses on a niche sector of the technology field (public safety) which is great in terms of job security but limited in terms of total growth potential compared to software/consulting firms focused on wider markets.
