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Great peers and fun problems, but leadership issues

Software Engineer (SWE II)
Former Employee
Worked at Instacart for 4 years
May 6, 2026
Toronto, ON
4.0
RecommendsNegative OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros
  • Great place.
  • Smart peers.
  • Fun problem space.
Cons
  • Leadership churn.
  • Direction got ambiguous after IPO.
  • It basically became another tech corporation where politics and fabricated impact mattered more than problem solving.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
4.0
Culture and Values
4.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
3.0

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