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A one-time, performance-based cash award of up to 25% of the annual bonus

Senior Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Microsoft for 9 years
August 23, 2024
Redmond, Washington
2.0
Pros

It appears promising based on the headline.

Cons

The actual payout is super disappointing.

Advice to Management

Given the low actual payout from the one-time performance-based cash award, I recommend reviewing and potentially revising the criteria and metrics used for determining the award.

Increasing transparency about how the award amounts are calculated could help manage expectations.

Additional Ratings

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

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