Office Politics Galore - Software Engineer Allen Institute Employee Review

2.0
Jun 4, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Opportunity to learn, some good benefits (healthcare, vision)

Cons

Promotions are based on who brown noses the manager the most. Lots of back stabbing from other team members and throwing each other under the bus to try and get ahead. Scientists never give clear feedback on what features they need implemented for their data and treat engineers as less intelligent. Was on the receiving end of racial discrimination from other employees due to "passing" as white. Incredibly toxic culture.

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