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Toxic Work Environment

Senior Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Grab for 2 years
March 4, 2025
Jakarta, Jakarta Special Capital Region
1.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

Compensation above the industry standard.

Cons

Toxic culture where the blaming game, spotlight stealing, and gaslighting are very common. Most managers talk about promotion early to make you feel special, prompting you to put in 150% at work. But in reality, they also talk the same thing to everyone. To preserve hierarchy, they will gatekeep you by revealing new requirements after you fulfill everything. Technical skills are subject to invalidations, as it will disrupt their power balance. Growth equals building allyship with powerful figures via boot-licking, as they will reveal the only secret of getting promoted: "Claim as many driver seats as possible." However, you'll find everyone to be very quick in claiming driver seats. The worst part: When the car crashes, they are already miles away from the vehicle, putting you to blame. To survive, dualism is the key: Be their ally and competitor at the same time.

Advice to Management

No need, already beyond saving.

Additional Ratings

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

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