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Stay Away: Toxic Leadership and Poor Job Security – Not Recommended for Engineers with self-respect

Staff Software Development Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Zscaler for 6 years
June 22, 2025
Amsterdam, Netherlands
1.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Competitive compensation.

(No job security / Respect).

You will need to work under a dictator VP/Senior Manager without any ethics.

Cons

The organization is currently facing a toxic leadership culture, particularly at the VP and senior management levels.

Developers, DevOps, and System Engineers receive minimal support, with recognition and job security often sacrificed for leadership’s self-promotion.

Decision-making appears to be driven more by internal politics than by performance or merit.

Even high-performing employees face the risk of sudden layoffs.

The new leadership environment prioritizes personal agendas over collective team success, undermining morale and long-term growth.

Advice to Management

The company once thrived on a strong foundation and a positive, collaborative culture. However, recent leadership changes have significantly impacted morale and trust. To rebuild what was lost, the organization must prioritize transparency, genuinely value technical talent, and address toxic behavior at the leadership level. Future success depends on promoting leaders who focus on team growth over personal branding.

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
4.0
Senior Management
1.0

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