Challenging and adaptive - Open Source Developer OpenCraft Employee Review

5.0
Nov 16, 2020
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Pros

At OpenCraft, I have learned so much: * Full stack development and system administration * Time management and estimation skills * Project and team management * Remote working strategies and life balance We operate totally transparently -- code, policies, even finances are discussed openly with everyone. Whenever the company profits, everyone gets the same payraise. I've been able to adapt my role and my hours to suit changes in my life and interests, and the team is always so supportive. OpenCraft is the best team, and the best company, I've ever worked with.

Cons

The work is extremely challenging, and the trial period and learning curve are difficult. Working remotely is its own challenge: there is not always someone around to help, so it can be isolating, and work/life balance is hard to maintain.

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5.0
Aug 27, 2024
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Pros

* The level of autonomy and ability to affect change within the company is unmatched. * The all-remote workstyle is truly all-remote. * Highly selective process means everyone's good at what they do. Haven't had to deal with jerks. * Mostly flat organizational style means a more cooperative atmosphere rather than competing for promotions.

Cons

* Compensation can be on the lower side of if you live in the US, especially if you live in a coastal city * The level of autonomy can be too much for people who prefer to work with a direct manager that gives them tasks * Negotiating your rate well to start is very important, as raises are percentage-based and team-wide rather than individual. This can

5.0
Jan 8, 2017
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Pros

Everything is set up for effective remote work. Requirements are detailed and precise, and developers can manage their own time. Standards are high, with rigorous code reviews and very talented colleagues. Strong free software ethos - everything is open source.

Cons

Some of the work is a bit tedious (lots of DevOps tasks). The edX project has a lot of stakeholders, so each change goes through several rounds of review and the pace of development can be very slow.

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