Sinking ship - Anonymous employee Design Science Employee Review

- Dev is re-building after the untimely death a young CTO (cancer), who was a great leader and mentor to the team, so there is a lot of opportunity for personal growth and to make a name for yourself. - Solid products: MathType, MathFlow, MathPlayer, used by millions - Company overwhelmingly dominates its markets - Solid financially - Job security if you're smart and especially if you're technical - A lot of interesting technology directions being pursued - Great office space, fantastic people - Flex hours for most people - Good social aspects: free bagels, fresh fruit, food and drinks, monthly catered birthdays and happy hours, Gold's Gym and Crossfit memberships, pool table

The CEO (Topping) is not a good communicator and too intense for most people. When he thinks he's right he does not back down. Puts everyone on the spot. Insulting, sometimes doesn't even know it -- generally not good with people. Being in Long Beach makes it hard to recruit the best.

Flexible working hours. Good salary. It is good for introverted people who don't want to be bothered by coworkers. Free coffee and some grocery/snacks.

Unbelievable disconnect between management and employers. Lack of work ethics and team collaboration. Damaged company vision. Boring, long and unfruitful daily meeting.