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Diverse technical work but pay is significantly lower

Principal Software Engineering Manager
Current Employee
Has worked at Microsoft for 11 years
May 28, 2026
Seattle, WA
4.0
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Pros

There is a wide spectrum of technical domains to work on.

Cons

Very bad pay. The same kind of work easily gets 2X outside of MSFT.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
5.0
Culture and Values
4.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
4.0
Career Opportunities
4.0
Compensation and Benefits
1.0
Senior Management
3.0

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