Product and Career Focused - Senior Software Engineer Instacart Employee Review

4.0
Dec 15, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good place to develop your skills. Management is generally supportive and willing to help you grow your career. Good comp for your level.

Cons

Tech stack is riddled with debt from years of rapid growth. The company trajectory is constantly focused on the next milestone, and it has been harder and harder to develop in an increasingly unstable and unmaintained codebase.

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5.0
Jan 21, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jul 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible schedule and the ability to work when I need to. It can be useful as side income, especially if you need something that fits around school, job searching, or other responsibilities.

Cons

Pay can be inconsistent, and it often depends heavily on order availability, tips, distance, and customer demand. Some days are worth it, while other days do not feel worth the time, gas, or wear on the car.

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