Pros
Sometimes you make a decision and you immediately regret it. Like eating that last piece of pizza, or choosing to go down a double black diamond. Other times, you make a decision and you have no other choice but to pat yourself on the back. I'm a few months in at CrowdStrike and tonight I took a moment to pause and give myself that pat on the back. What a difference this place is from my last company. The excitement levels, the leadership, THE TALENT, the expertise, the effort and passion... it's rejuvenating. I have never had more confidence in the direction a company was headed. Even with all of the things I have mentioned, in the end, a company can only go as far as the product will allow. All it takes is a quick Google search and you will find endless amounts of third party validation, including a $100 million round of founding led by Google Ventures, its first security related investment. The product is the real deal, the leadership is the real deal, and the company is filled with some of the most knowledgeable and talented people in the industry.
Cons
Because the company is only in year 4, there are a few things systematically that need work, but this could actually be looked at as a pro depending on what type of person you are. It's not for everyone, but I find it exciting to be a part of a growing company where my voice is heard and my opinions and ideas matter.
