The Most Rewarding Job I've Ever Had - Changing the World Every Day
Pros
Uber is truly changing the world in a way that only a handful of companies ever do. It is exceptionally rewarding to be a part of that revolution. What's more, each person has an ownership for their responsibilities in the company that allows them to directly affect the success of the business. There is nothing more exciting to me than seeing my efforts directly impact the business numbers within only a week or two. Uber has a strong culture of accountability, transparency, dedication, and competitiveness. Uberites work very hard, have much expected of them, and share wins and losses alike. And Uber loves to win. So there is a strong and healthy competitiveness in everything we do.
Cons
The challenges at Uber are driven by its exceptional growth. Work-life balance is a challenge, because the company is growing at a rate that makes hiring the right people quickly enough to keep up very difficult. There is also very much a culture of grinding and working hard that is a part of the ethos. Employees are expected to go all-in when they join the team. That said, for those who work at Uber, it's a passion, and most want to put in the hours needed to be successful because the work is so rewarding and the team is strong.
