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Solid company, but eventually the Squid Game will get you

Senior Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Microsoft for 20 years
October 29, 2025
Redmond, Washington
3.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Good pay, good benefits, smart people, great products.

Cons

There are teams and organizations that don't have clear goals and are dominated by internal political conflict.

In those orgs, managers talk nonsense and don't solve pressing technical or organizational problems.

Be aware and transfer as soon as you can.

Advice to Management

Don't hide behind buzzwords and marketing posters. It is embarrassing.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
4.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
2.0

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