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Toxic culture and poor management – Not worth your time and energy unless you are jobless

Senior Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Zoox for 2 years
September 25, 2025
Foster City, California
1.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Mostly nice teammates, good food options, cool tech.

Cons

This company suffers from a deeply toxic culture driven by poor leadership. Management relies heavily on favoritism and believes in throwing you under the bus, rather than fostering trust, collaboration, or innovation.

Employees are not empowered to contribute meaningfully, feedback is often ignored, and career progression depends more on office politics than performance or merit.

The result is an unhealthy, demoralizing work environment where stress runs high, feedback can get you fired, and decisions lack transparency. Talented people burn out and leave, which speaks volumes about the culture.

Twice a year perf reviews with no focus on employee satisfaction and sentiment.

Advice to Management

Focus on merit-based recognition and career growth, not favoritism.

Create a transparent, respectful culture where diversity is valued.

Lead by example — integrity and accountability must start at the top.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
1.0
Culture and Values
1.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
1.0
Career Opportunities
1.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
1.0

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