If they can't complain they either can't tell what's wrong or can't gain the courage to say what's wrong. Neither is a great quality, though the latter can be heavily influenced by company culture
But I also think how an engineer complains is important. It gives good insight into how they think.
yes, it can be influenced by company culture but that's still an useful hiring signal - I'm not sure I want to hire somebody who has to unlearn toxic company culture
But I also think how an engineer complains is important. It gives good insight into how they think.