Chewy

There are some good perks: unlimited PTO, the ability to bring your dog to the office, tons of opportunity to learn as a junior engineer, and a flexible work environment.

I had joined Chewy some time ago, and the IT culture was amazing. People would have Nerf gun battles, ping pong tournaments, and chess games (with a huge floor chess board and pieces), to name just a few things.

Leadership then changed over with the departure of Ryan and Blake. Uncertain as to what was in store, in that short time, both Ryan and Blake have departed. The Chewy culture that was so very protected is now no more.

Collaboration and what's right for Chewy are no longer. It has turned into a huge political posturing show. Unfortunately, leadership at the C-level in IT is actually fostering this type of environment.

Disappointed, as I came over thinking this was for the long haul, as well as thinking I had the ability to be part of something great. Unfortunately, that's no longer the case.

I think management needs to look behind the curtain a ton more.

Sure, the shot looks good from the audience seats, but no one is looking at what's happening behind the curtain. The employees made this company what it is today, and that feeling is flying out the door at a very rapid pace.

We need a leader, not a political posturing show. Leadership needs to squash it and bring back the collaboration that once made this company great. If not, all of the great talent will leave, and what was once a great company will start going down the tubes.