Toxic middle management is ruining the India office culture.
Pros
Global alignment with the US team is generally positive. The core product and business model have potential, and individual team members are talented and hardworking.
Cons
Heavy Micromanagement: Management does not trust employees to work independently. Constant oversight destroys daily productivity and dampens motivation. Toxic Management Style: The work environment feels hostile. Instead of getting support, 1:1 meetings are used to intimidate employees and threaten them with job loss. Lack of Technical Guidance: Managers lack the technical skills needed to guide projects or solve problems. When things go wrong, they blame individual contributors to avoid accountability. No HR or Leadership Support: There are no reliable channels or higher-ups to turn to if you experience unfair treatment or management issues. You are completely on your own. Huge Branch Disconnect: The global office has a great culture, but the local branch has deteriorated due to poor leadership decisions.