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Exciting work and great pay, but highly competitive environment

Principal Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Microsoft for 4 years
April 25, 2026
Richmond, VA
4.0
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Pros

Great benefits and pay. Exciting work.

Cons

It was highly competitive to demonstrate impact. There was uncertainty.

Advice to Management

Plan better. Last-minute HR changes are exhausting.

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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