Great foot in the door opportunity, but delivers true value
Pros
Many opportunities to those seeking to break into the software development, support, management, etc industry. Values aptitude over experience and offers training and mentoring to cover the gaps. I have seen some new hires (as well as many old) of senior and managerial be let go despite industrial experience - where it wasn't compatible with Mitratech's expectations of quality. However, much experience in development and support is on the job - again an excellent opportunity to prove onesself. Changed focus to development from services - deficiencies are being addressed proactively instead of reactively as per old Modus Operandi. Chain of command is highly respected. No dealing with more than a single boss or two. Strong initial PTO and fairly laid-back and friendly environment. I have seen people moved from one position to another they are more suited for and have a desire to work in. Several interns being made full-time or promoted. Strong upward mobility.
Cons
Reliance on swarth of overseas labor reduced: job is no longer a sinecure as per pre-Vista. Old Guard mentality eliminated after acquisition. Still a slave to patchwork/reactionary development due to yet unstreamlined customizations nearsightedly cobbled during pre-Vista acquisition. Obstructionists let go - sadly, so did knowledge of workarounds, patchworks, and the spaghetti logic of product. Aggressive and at times unrealistic product release schedule. I do worry about Mitratech being a stepping-stone to other Vista companies in some cases. Compensation and bonus aren't very exciting and potentially below market - focus seems more on the opportunities for advancement.
