I am not sure if it is based per the regulations of each country, but it is a bit disconcerting that there is a pay raise ceiling for our union. So, after about 5 years, I think, I cannot make any more salary-wise than what the union says publishing companies can make. This is not a huge con, as I am paid well enough to pay my bills and have some spending money (family of 4). It is more that this is the first time in my career that I have a position where I do make enough to have savings, and I am sad to learn it will cease to continue increasing after a few years. Again, I am not sure if this is per country.
The other con is that because SN is an international company, it can be difficult to connect with colleagues or have meetings at a time that accommodates everyone. A 13.00 UTC time slot is frequently blocked because that is the main time to meet with our EU, US, and Asian colleagues. It can be rough with big meetings or if I would like an immediate answer, but it is midnight where the colleague lives. This is not a big deal; I have to practice my patience and trust that I will get an answer when it is working hours for that colleague.
