Something that I've noticed is that as a programmer what I make either works or it doesn't. Either my code compiles and passes the tests or it doesn't. However, I don't have control over the factors that facilitate working code (tech debt, reasonable deadlines, good architecture, etc.).

So it's the worst of both worlds. I have a lot of responsibility but very little power.

Compare this to someone in a soft skill role who may have to deal with kafkaesque bureaucracy but at least it is difficult to objectively measure their results. Or a blue collar worker who is just expected to put in their hours and effort.