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Benefits in decline

Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Google for 20 years
October 22, 2025
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
3.0
Neutral OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Good salary. Decent lunch. Other minor perks (gym, snacks).

Cons

Constant random layoffs to stroke fear High stress Manager bias / office politics around evaluation Constant cutbacks on perks Top-down initiatives; lack of old eng and data-driven projects that gave them their initial success Incredibly difficult to get things done (unless an SVP wants it and can approve skipping all the bureaucracy) Bad dental

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
2.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2.0
Career Opportunities
2.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
1.0

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