Pros
I worked in government contracting where it would take weeks to get a small change approved. I couldn't take the slow pace dry so I went back to the commercial world. I've been here over 2 years now and I can still say that this is the best job I've ever had. I work as a Senior Database Administrator and our team is highly skilled and motivated. This is not something that I'm used to. While doing government contracting, it seemed like everyone hated being there. But at Cvent, our team does not display that attitude at all. - Database is big and complex - meaning you really have to bring your "A" game when you try to enhance it. - Multiple technologies are used (the right tool for the job) - Cvent does not skimp when it comes to providing tools to do a better job. - Soda machine, popcorn machine and all the coffee you could ever want. - We're moving to a new office in a few weeks. - Good attitudes, friendly people - Managers are very approachable. (I talked with Reggie for about 10 minutes when we got off the elevator. He introduced himself and we just started talking. We would have talked longer but he had to do an interview.) - Relaxed dress code (jeans) - Flexible hours - A chance to visit the India office - We have an office in India which means things can continue to churn after the US shift is over. - Being on-call is not bad as we barely get called. - Bonuses - Parking garage - Stock options - Able to telecommute when we get heavy snow.
Cons
- No 401K matching - Regular work week is 45 hours. (If we have a slow period, we still need to work 45 hours.) - No tuition reimbursement - Cvent hires a lot of college grads (no experience). I know this approach seems cheaper, but when you have to correct/enhance the code that they write, it seems like its actually more expensive. Good thing about the college grads is that they come aboard eager and willing to learn.