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Decent pay and good work-life balance, but messy politics

Senior Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Carta for 6 years
October 29, 2026
Kitchener, ON
3.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

There was decent pay in Canada. The work-life balance is good. The teammates were good.

Cons

Anything above IC is a political mess.

The CEO is not great, and is rash and narcissistic.

Advice to Management

Stop being a yes man to the CEO.

Listen to your customers.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
4.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
1.0

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