A recent graduate from a top Indian Institute of Technology has raised concerns about workplace culture and limited learning opportunities at a multinational company, describing a role that appears promising on paper but offers minimal scope for meaningful development work.
In a post on Reddit, the engineer, who graduated in 2025, stated that initial enthusiasm to work in technology was quickly diminished after joining as a software development engineer at a large MNC. The post described feeling stuck and disengaged early into the role.
According to the account, the graduate was first assigned to a generative AI project, which was later scrapped before any substantial progress could be made. Following discussions with a manager, the individual was moved to a maintenance-focused team, where actual coding and development work was stated to be minimal, limiting opportunities for skill enhancement.
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The post further highlighted concerns around team culture, stating that it felt draining, with most colleagues being senior professionals focused on their own responsibilities and doing only the bare minimum. This environment was said to be influencing the graduate’s own motivation, contributing to frustration and a sense of stagnation.
The engineer stated that a typical workday involved logging in, checking messages and emails, and then spending time on activities such as watching short videos or online lectures due to a lack of assigned work. The role was described as monotonous, with little engagement in impactful projects.
Looking ahead, the graduate stated that options such as upskilling or moving to a startup were being considered, although the current job market was described as highly competitive. The post also suggested that the role of junior developers may be evolving due to artificial intelligence, with smaller learning-oriented tasks increasingly being handled by AI systems.
The post drew a range of reactions from other users on Reddit, with some expressing empathy and concern over the situation, while others noted that such experiences are not uncommon in large multinational organisations. Some users stated that similar roles may appear ideal to experienced professionals, while others cautioned that prolonged periods without skill development could make future job transitions more difficult. Others advised focusing on upskilling or exploring different domains to remain competitive.
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First Published on April 5, 2026, 21:01:01 IST
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