I Would Not Recommend: Outdated Tech and High Instability
Pros
Great opportunity to work in a highly international environment. The role includes occasional business trips, which is a nice perk. The company offers a competitive and relatively strong benefits package. There is a fantastic work culture on the ground. The local colleagues in Belgrade are incredibly friendly and supportive, making the day-to-day work enjoyable.
Cons
The tech stack feels significantly outdated, with much of the core architecture appearing to be over a decade old. In my experience, there is a noticeable lack of technical leadership regarding infrastructure upgrades or modernizing code. From my perspective, the leadership lacks a clear, modern vision for product development. Decisions often seem driven by internal company politics rather than critical thinking or market innovation. The business operates on a rigid top-down model where decisions are centralized in the US and Israel. This often leaves lower-tier studios to simply execute orders without room for professional input. There appears to be a pattern of dismantling structures once a studio is deemed expensive, moving operations to lower-cost regions like Vietnam. This creates an environment of high anxiety and low job security. In my opinion, the departments leading product development have struggled to adapt, which seems reflected in the downward trend of revenue. I found the tone of several company meetings to be quite jarring. The pro-war rhetoric and political stances expressed regarding the conflict in Israel felt insensitive and created an exclusionary atmosphere for those who prefer a neutral, professional workplace. Career progression feels heavily restricted by geography. In my observation, talented professionals in regional studios hit a glass ceiling and are rarely considered for global or advanced leadership roles.