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Love working at NYPL - Front-End Software Engineer II New York Public Library Employee Review

5.0
Apr 13, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Meaningful work that serves the New York community and beyond Excellent work life balance Great HR support and benefits I love the work at the library since day one. I had a great onboarding experience here. From filing all required forms to getting to know the team and the projects it was smooth sailing. Everyone at the library works here because they care and it really translates into the working environment and the team culture.

Cons

Things are advancing slow because of the mindful approach. Since this is a non profit your salary won't be as high here as other places.

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Pros

Flexible schedule and overall fun work environment

Cons

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3.0
May 26, 2026
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Pros

- Unparalleled work-life balance, especially for tech workers. - A very relaxed and friendly environment with no micromanagement. - Generous leave policies. - Most projects have very slow deadlines, so there’s no significant work pressure. - A laissez-faire work culture. - If you’re contemplating retirement, pursuing a master’s degree, or starting a side hustle, this is an excellent place to work.

Cons

- Compensation is significantly below market rate. - Toxic directors and senior leaders favor certain employees and encourage sycophancy. Sycophants are rewarded with benefits such as flexible work schedules and the ability to work remotely. - Promotion is contingent upon being a sycophant. - Directors and senior leaders often avoid the office altogether or have erratic schedules, such as arriving at 7 pm and leaving whenever they please, while simultaneously enforcing strict rules. - If you’re an ambitious individual seeking career growth, this is not the ideal place to be.

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