Not great, but at least they pay well
Not great, but at least they pay well
Good pay and benefits.
Many in-office amenities.
Unclear metrics in performance reviews.
Some managers give feedback that is unhelpful to your development.
There is not much transparency or room for negotiation with regard to pay and benefits.
Ramp-up is not very beginner-friendly. You're much better off if you've been working in the software industry for a bit instead of entering Google as a fresh college grad.
Lack of flexibility with work location. The team you're on determines which offices you're allowed to work in, and WFH opportunities are increasingly limited.
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