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Meta pays at the very top of the market and, after the 2023 'year of efficiency' layoffs, runs harder and leaner than it used to. People describe an intense, metrics-driven culture where impact is measured constantly and performance reviews (PSC) carry real teeth, including regular low-rating cuts. The upside is enormous scale, strong benefits, generous equal parental leave, free food, and the chance to ship to billions of users; the flip side is pressure, reorg churn, and a heavy dependence on your manager and the health of your product area. Zuckerberg's pivots, from metaverse to an all-in AI push, mean priorities can shift fast and teams can be reshuffled. It rewards ambitious builders who like a competitive, high-output environment and want top compensation. It is a rougher fit if you want stability, gentle pace, or predictable roadmaps.
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