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Good Pay, Unpredictable Projects

Cloud Solutions Architect
Former Employee
Worked at Microsoft for 6 years
June 16, 2025
Redmond, Washington
4.0
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Pros

Pays well. Work can be interesting at times.

Cons

Luck of the draw as to what you work on, and who you work with. Bi-yearly reorgs can cause low morale and, worst case, unexpected job loss.

Advice to Management

Manage your staffing levels better and hire on merit only.

Additional Ratings

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

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