Meta’s pursuit of top AI talent is becoming increasingly desperate as the company offers packages worth hundreds of millions of dollars. But beneath the surface, concerns about the company’s internal culture and management practices are holding back its ability to attract and retain top talent.
Unlike other tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI, Meta has been slow to jump into the AI market, and its models aren’t competitive. The company’s recent attempts at AI prophesying have also raised eyebrows among industry insiders. Meanwhile, internal reports suggest that Meta’s work culture is becoming increasingly toxic, with employees living in fear of reviews and layoffs.
A series of restructurings and a new internal team aimed at “starting from scratch” on a new model have added to the uncertainty, leaving some executives expected to leave. While Meta has traditionally been seen as a good place to work, its recent actions paint a very different picture. The company’s desperation for top talent is evident, but it may not be enough to overcome its internal problems.
Industry insiders are increasingly skeptical of Meta’s ability to win the AI arms race, with some even comparing the company’s approach to that of Elon Musk’s xAI venture. While Meta’s offers are certainly attractive, they may not be enough to compensate for the company’s lack of vision and poor management practices. As the talent war continues, it remains to be seen whether Meta can turn its fortunes around or if its struggles will ultimately prove too costly to overcome.
Source: https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/how-meta-became-uniquely-toxic-for-top-ai-talent.html