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Amazing company with great benefits

Machine Learning Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Google for 2 years
January 26, 2026
Menlo Park, CA
5.0
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Pros

Very smart, collaborative coworkers where you learn fast just by being around the talent density.

Excellent compensation and benefits, alongside strong internal mobility if you're proactive.

High-quality engineering culture featuring solid tooling, code reviews, and an emphasis on reliability at scale.

Interesting problems with real-world reach where your work can affect millions of users.

Cons

Cons:

  • Ambiguity and shifting priorities can be common, and you may need to drive clarity yourself.
  • Large-company overhead, such as process, alignment, and reviews, can slow execution compared to startups.
  • Work-life balance varies a lot by organization and team, and some groups are intense and deadline-driven.
  • It can take time to build influence and get things shipped in a big system.

Additional Ratings

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

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