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Intelligent culture and good pay, but intense bureaucracy

AI/ML Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Google for 6 years
June 23, 2026
Mumbai
4.0
RecommendsPositive OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

There is a highly intelligent work culture and peers with good pay.

Cons

Working at Google comes with significant downsides, most notably intense bureaucracy, frequent project cancellations ("zombie projects"), and a highly competitive environment that can negatively impact your work-life balance.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
4.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
4.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
4.0

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