Great people, but don't trust upper SLT
Great people, but don't trust upper SLT
Great colleagues. Interesting work. Good supporting dev infrastructure.
Random layoffs.
Disconnect between SLT and regular staff is getting worse.
Eroding benefits and salary.
Being told to do more with less and then adding more commitments on top.
Morale is low, and a random, once-off bonus doesn't cut it.
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