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A career-defining experience with brilliant minds, but not without its trade-offs

Front End Developer
Former Employee
Worked at Google for 4 years
July 9, 2025
Copenhagen, Capital Region
3.0
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

• Surrounded by incredibly smart, motivated colleagues • Generous compensation and benefits package • Strong emphasis on innovation and learning • Impactful work at a global scale • World-class resources and infrastructure

Cons

• Can feel bureaucratic and slow-moving despite the innovation narrative. • Work-life balance varies heavily by team. • Internal competition and performance calibration can be stressful. • Career progression can plateau in certain roles. • Sometimes too focused on process over people.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
1.0
Culture and Values
5.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
3.0

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