The constant change at Microsoft
The constant change at Microsoft
Cool technology, decent amount of freedom to move around the company if desired, and a beautiful campus.
Constant changes in the organization's structure make it hard to stay focused on anything for more than a year. It's hard to build expertise because of that.
Decline of benefits over the past 6-8 years has made the company's morale decline substantially.
Stop the re-orgs and let people focus on the work.
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Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET)
After the primary, in-person interview at my college, I was flown to Redmond, WA with all expenses paid for a round of on-site interviews. There were 5 interviewers, and each person was prompt, ensured I had everything necessary to begin the intervi
Software Development Engineer
The process felt rather disorganized and impersonal. You were shuffled between grumpy interviewers, where it was clear you interrupted their work. This is probably true, as companies like this often have interview quotas for all employees. It also s
Software Development Engineer
On campus interview followed by 4-5 onsite interviews. Fast turnaround time; heard back within two days. Interview questions were not difficult - focus is on solving problems with you. Good experience overall.
Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET)
Redmond, Washington, United StatesJuly 8, 2013After the primary, in-person interview at my college, I was flown to Redmond, WA with all expenses paid for a round of on-site interviews. There were 5 interviewers, and each person was prompt, ensured I had everything necessary to begin the intervi
Software Development Engineer
Redmond, Washington, United StatesNovember 1, 2014The process felt rather disorganized and impersonal. You were shuffled between grumpy interviewers, where it was clear you interrupted their work. This is probably true, as companies like this often have interview quotas for all employees. It also s
Software Development Engineer
Redmond, Washington, United StatesSeptember 1, 2015On campus interview followed by 4-5 onsite interviews. Fast turnaround time; heard back within two days. Interview questions were not difficult - focus is on solving problems with you. Good experience overall.
