I worked for RapidScale previously for around 3.5 years and loved everyone I worked with. I left to pursue other career opportunities but there's nothing like leaving a good thing and shortly realizing the grass isn't always greener on the other side. During my previous tenure, I was able to make lasting relationships with upper management and fellow employees that I missed greatly when I left. I felt and feel that I am accepted as an individual and am praised for what I bring to the table. The work life balance is also great. I feel stress free when I clock out for the day. Also, the benefits are next to none. There has been a lot of change lately with acquisitions, but I do believe they are keeping us informed as to where they see the integration of the companies going. It's the tech space, so there's always something to do but I don't feel like it is the wild wild west of tech since we're backed by a family owned company that really invests in their talent. On another note, the position/Cox is hybrid but flexible within that model and they really emphasis you putting yourself and needs first (within reason). I have enjoyed greatly their "flexible PTO" schedule, as I feel less stressed about asking for time off since it is already freely given. I would say since we're a tech space that it's still very male dominated but we have amazing female leaders who can hold their own and are great to work alongside.
Cons
Since the return to office after COVID, I feel like we have been a little lacking in in-person social events for employees but I do know that that is something that is on the horizon for this year, as something to ramp up.
RapidScale Response
3y
Thanks for the kind words! We're glad that you have re-joined our family! Work-life harmony is so important and we're happy to know you've found it here. It's nice to hear that you are inspired by our leadership team- it's important to have leaders who empower others and drive our innovation forward. We're fortunate to be led by a diverse group of smart and inspiring leaders. Here's to many more happy experiences at Cox- we're so glad to have you back!
From day one I was treated as a real contributor rather than just an intern. I had genuine hands-on exposure to enterprise cloud environments supporting actual clients across Microsoft 365, Citrix VDI, VMware vCloud Director, and Mimecast. The opportunity to lead a knowledge base quality assurance project for a company-wide ServiceNow migration was a career highlight. Several colleagues were incredibly warm, welcoming, and genuinely invested in my growth. The work is meaningful and the technology stack is impressive.
Cons
Manager engagement with interns was inconsistent. Communication around intern performance, expectations, and potential full time opportunities could be more structured and transparent throughout the program rather than only at the end. Interns are left to figure out their standing largely on their own which can be stressful especially when the internship is coming to a close.