No Job Security, No Feedback Culture, and No Real Leadership
Pros
NO PROS. Endless Layoffs, No Direction
Cons
1. Layoffs occur every 6 months, regardless of performance or tenure. 2. Past contributions and years of service are not considered—long-serving employees are often laid off without hesitation. 3. RSUs and stock options sound good on paper, but in reality, very few employees stay long enough to benefit due to the high churn and layoff cycles. 4. Newly hired senior leaders often prioritize politics and gossip over actual leadership. Some actively work to replace established team members to secure their own influence. 5. Leadership in tech lacks vision—teams are told to move fast with no clear strategy or goals. 6. Taking parental, maternity, or extended leave can put your role at risk if someone fills in during your absence. 7. Once your salary is deemed “too high,” you’re at risk of being replaced by cheaper junior employees. 8. There is no real feedback culture. Escalating to HR typically leads nowhere. 9. No 360-degree feedback—your job depends on keeping your manager happy, not on performance. 10. Reorgs happen every 6 months, often changing your reporting structure and team, forcing you to repeatedly prove yourself or face layoffs.
