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Good pay comes with intense pressure and long hours

Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Abnormal AI for 2 years
July 21, 2026
1.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Compensation is good, but at a price: the long hours. Eventually, you might not earn as much if you divide by the number of hours, and you can expect a 60-hour week.

Cons

The hours are long, the velocity is insane, and your manager is pressured to deliver in time or ahead of schedule, which means you get pressured to as well.

I don’t think it’s normal if everyone in the company is working overtime all the time and people are hesitant to take annual leave even though it’s unlimited.

I wouldn’t recommend this place for the culture and if you want to start a family or want to learn or just have a life.

Additionally, employees who have been there long enough and are accustomed to the culture may find it easier to get promoted, but may not have the leadership or empathy or professionalism compared to other individuals at similar ranks in other companies.

Advice to Management

Show some care to your employees beyond just compensation.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
1.0
Culture and Values
1.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
1.0
Career Opportunities
1.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
1.0

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