Pros
Working on the Linux team exposes you to a variety of technologies (kubernetes, docker, apache, tomcat, AWS) and you're encouraged to design and implement solutions to systemic infrastructure issues in coordination with your manager. You have a lot of agency over your workflow and the technology you choose to specialize in. There is also a bounty of embedded and senior positions for Linux Admins to apply to internally.
Company-wide, they have an active Diversity and Inclusion survey that drives change in the organization. It also doubles as a yearly feedback inbox that is presented to our executive committee, already contributing to positive change throughout the organization. (additional vacation, no-meeting fridays, encouraging disconnect from work after-hours)
Teams are largely happy to collaborate, allowing introductions and cross-talk that speed troubleshooting from a Tech Operations perspective.
We also hire out of intern positions when there are openings on the team, the candidate is a good fit, and shows interest. This is common due to the high turnover (see also: "Cons"). As an intern, you can expect to be treated like an equal (especially as you develop skills, specialize, and start working on high priority incidents). You will join the on-call cycle by ~6 months with the company.
Flexible work hours, work from home, offices also open.
Cons
Lots of legacy technologies that are ill-maintained, and the Linux team lacks the authority to push for maintenance activities because we operate at the behest of the business (not vice-versa). This stems from the high workload on the team, and the understanding that maintenance will occur "when we have the time". We rarely do.
On the Linux team in particular, we are still experiencing a trend of high turnover. Pay and workload are commonly cited by those leaving, and management is responding by growing the team and increasing salaries to market standards. It's too early to judge the impact of those efforts at the time of this review.
Fair warning: The Linux Team has an On-Call cycle that intensifies when the team loses staff/shrinks.
Harder to personally connect with coworkers in a work-from-home environment.
