Awesome place to make an impact! - Senior Software Engineer Instacart Employee Review

5.0
Oct 25, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

We solve really hard problems and utilize everyone's unique skill set. Engineers have a fair amount of flexibility on which projects they work on and the role they play -- your business and product ideas are valued. Our work is meaningful -- we help millions of elderly, disabled, busy families, and others with groceries while employing tens of thousands of people. The company is headed to a great place and it's awesome helping us to get there.

Cons

As a tech company disrupting an old industry, there are more business stakeholders than your typical tech company. For some engineers this can be frustrating, but we work together and find great solutions that draw from everyone's experience.

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5.0
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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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