Above are all sound comments.
I have been at Ryanair just over 1 year having come from another UK carrier.
I find them, so far, straight forward to work for. The money as a Ryanair employed capt is excellent at what would be over equivalent $10k US per month.
If you are a contract pilot, I would imagine you would not be able to benefit from the pension scheme, health plan and staff travel, all off which you contribute to anyway.
The things I like are:-
The money
The variety
Rock steady 5/4 roster pattern
New aircraft
Excellent engineering support
Has 130 737-800 on firm order
Has 3 billion euro cash in the bank to help weather any storms
Very aggressive marketing strategies
Feels a very safe place to be.
Incidentally, you can live really anywhere you like and can use Ryanair flights as a free bus service to get to/from work. You only need to show your pass to the ramp agent or captain.
If you do come to Ryanair, then don't be too surprised to fly 900hrs a year and get some practice at non precision, circling etc approaches. All good stuff.