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Great culture, poor micromanagement

Senior Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Microsoft for 2 years
February 28, 2023
Guadalajara, Jalisco
3.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

Best benefits I've ever had in my career. A company that truly cares about its workforce.

Cons

Base salary could be better. A constant ego battle. It doesn't matter how good you are at your role; your manager will keep on saying phrases like, "I lost credibility in you, we expected more, you're here because I let you be," and so on. However, if you're good at doing presentations, then they will promote you. So, work on these skills, and you'll be fine. I promise that. If you decide to move to another team, you need to do the entire process as if you were external. I find it redundant.

Advice to Management

Why do you hire seniors if you're questioning everything they do? Start trusting in them and help them to grow instead of being a blocker.

Avoid meetings. How do you expect to deliver on time if you set up three to four meetings a day?

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
4.0
Culture and Values
4.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
2.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
1.0

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