> you could argue that every employment arrangement is exploitative if the employer is making profit and thus could may employees more than they are. Employer

> you could argue that every employment arrangement is exploitative if the employer is making profit and thus could may employees more than they are. Employer is also bringing in the value to the relationship: most software projects, for example require more than one person. If you was just a freelancer you wouldn't even be considered by the client, when they choose the vendor. Your company also insulates you from legal and financial risks (such as contractual penalties for not delivering the project on time). That's why they take some part of the profit. Now, what the fair split is, that's an endless debate.