Pros
Sandisk is an extremely fast paced and challenging company to work for. There are no shortage of opportunities for growth and professional challenge. You will be pushed to achieve and deliver things at a pace that you would think not possible. If you can deliver in this environment, then you will be successful (and well compensated). Great people (generally) to work with and a main reason why I come to work each day.
Cons
The pace is also an issue. Extremely aggressive (and sometimes unrealistic) deadlines drive unbelievable stress and burnout is a major concern. The pace also creates situations in which things are often done “fast” vs. “well” and often those compromises come back to haunt you. Overall organizational maturity is low but slowly improving (lack of process and procedures, etc.). The entire company is VERY tactical and “hands on” at all levels. This can be extremely frustrating for those who come from larger organizations where thinking strategic is common. Attempts by many to try to mature the business and change this culture have been met with significant resistance (our outright failure). The company is extremely “frugal” and budget cuts and headcount pressure are a constant. This creates additional pressure on those who are trying to deliver. Work-Life balance is nonexistent and the company seems all too willing to take as much as you will let it. If you are the workaholic type, this place will bury you.