Pros: Great WLB, people are kind and care about each other. There's a strong culture of calling out wrongs, even at the IC level, whether or not it's actually addressed. Benefits are good, not great.

Cons: Lots of burnout and unclear/changing expectations. Middle and upper management don't feel like they are in tune with what's going on at the IC level. Teams are built around GMS driving goals rather than product spaces, which means everyone can and does develop features/code across the site. There are no lines of ownership or consistency in coding patterns, and also an alarming lack of area experts since "everyone owns everything". A lot of decisions seem to be made from the top without great communication or input from people at the bottom. I've felt a lot of resistance to adding process or setting clear expectations due to lack of time or "that's not how Etsy works".

Pros: Good salaries and benefits. There was remote work until 2024, which is why I resigned after the layoff. Interesting projects and talented colleagues.

Cons: Internal reorganizations, one after another, that do not allow for professional growth. Preferences from managers that did not happen before. Pressure to accept other projects, team changes, or contract termination if the latter is not accepted. Technically, if you disagree with leadership or proposals, they turn you into an enemy and fire you.

Pros: Great compensation with generous RSUs, unlimited sick days, and the ability to work remotely.

Cons: Hire fast and fire fast culture. Low work-life balance. Good work is not recognized by managers. Managers treat employees disrespectfully.