The author of the article had been a software engineer for six years before looking to transition into a new phase of their career, seeking a company that embodied four key characteristics: interest and passion for work, innovative technology, a clear company roadmap, and strong cultural values. The company Neo4j aligns with these criteria, offering cutting-edge graph database technology with features such as ACID properties and user-facing problem-solving opportunities. The author was impressed by the company's commitment to its users and community, evident in its six core cultural values and CEO's goal of making Neo4j the best job available. After researching and interviewing, the author joined Neo4j, feeling that they had made a successful decision.