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Excellent Growth, Slow Decisions

Software Development Engineer (SDE) II
Former Employee
Worked at Google for 2 years
November 11, 2025
4.0
Pros

Incredible engineering culture and strong mentorship. The scale of projects is unmatched; you’ll get to solve problems that affect millions. Benefits and compensation are top-tier, and the people are genuinely smart and kind.

Cons

Decision-making can be slow, and it’s easy to feel like a small cog in a huge machine. The promotion process is highly structured, which can feel rigid if you prefer fast iteration and autonomy.

Advice to Management

Encourage more bottom-up innovation and flexibility in project ownership. A little more trust in small teams could go a long way toward keeping talent energized.

Additional Ratings

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

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