I think integrity is a better word here than ideals. We're not talking about doing the best you can, we're talking about doing something that you know will do h

I think integrity is a better word here than ideals. We're not talking about doing the best you can, we're talking about doing something that you know will do harm. And yes, I've given up the paycheck twice in that situation. Don't pretend you're just like everyone else if you think choosing not to do the right is okay. Because you are not like me. Sometimes you absolutely have to, but by being an engineer in a first world country, that simply does not apply.