[hackernews777]

> "FAANG" companies that OP mentions have a smug sense of superiority.

I think it is the opposite.

No one is going to fire you over shipping a kludge or low quality software, especially when you document why it is the case. People get themselves into trouble by getting emotionally invested in their work and avoiding the task at hand. If someone gives you an idiotic task at Amazon, give them an idiotic solution. You are right though, if you want purpose and real meaning behind your work seek it out elsewhere.

[Jansen312]

Doesn't work this way. When they give you shit, you either turn in gold or resign. Otherwise it will just be scapegoat firing. Seen this many times. This happen not because the company culture but individual managers that need to protect their ass while waiting fo opportunity to move before their scapegoating turn on them. That is why theyb should have implemented a 360 degree feedback/review yearly performance. Bad managers need to be rooted out at most no longer thatn 1 season of review.

[asow92]

I believe what you're saying, and also wonder if OP got too emotionally invested.

[hackernews777]

A person would be wise to not admit working for a company when their comments go against company policy on public comments.

[asow92]

Understood and appreciated. Thank you.