Pros
Within 6 weeks of hearing about Guidewire for the first time, I was boarding a plane to California for 3 weeks training, all expenses paid. I knew I was on to something good then and in the year I've been here, things have only gotten better. We produce high quality products that beat the competition. The focus is on quality and that is reinforced in our recruitment and training. Plenty of responsibility and options for career growth as our offices are growing quickly. The management is largely promoted from within and come from technical backgrounds. Not only can I speak my opinions openly to them but they also have in depth knowledge of our products, communication is effortless. It's the little things: We have a foosball table, nerf guns and the presses and fridges are packed with all types of snacks, drinks and good coffee! The company's core values are Integrity, Rationality and Collegiality, this pretty much sums up Guidewire.
Cons
Base salary was on the lower end but was made up for in share options. I can no longer talk about work with my mates, they tend to turn green with envy.