Hidden Costs of Non-Engineering Interference - Anonymous employee DICK'S Sporting Goods Employee Review

3.0
Sep 9, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Some colleagues I worked with were excellent

Cons

It can be challenging when colleagues from non-technical or business backgrounds take an active role in shaping engineering priorities and solutions. Their requests to "do this first" or "try that idea" often require significant time and energy from the engineering team to explain technical feasibility, justify best practices, and demonstrate why certain approaches may not be viable. While cross-functional input can bring valuable perspective, the constant need to clarify technical details and address misconceptions can distract from efficient engineering work and slow technical progress.

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Cons

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Cons

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