Pays well but a sweat shop - Senior Software Engineer Instacart Employee Review

3.0
Sep 4, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Good benefits 3 months paternity leave Free lunch in SF office

Cons

Bad work life balance CEO threatened people who took more than 18 PTOs Lot of attrition Everyone is a senior staff director lol

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5.0
Apr 27, 2026
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Recommend
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Pros

Focused direction. Good WLB. Decent pay. Fully remote.

Cons

A bit slow growth on business and career

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5.0
Jun 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible schedule and independent work environment with good earning potential during busy hours.

Cons

Pay can vary by day and vehicle expenses like gas and maintenance add up quickly.

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