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Work was good. Getting fired hurt more than it should

Software Development Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Microsoft for 20 years
June 17, 2024
Redmond, Washington
3.0
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Pros

Great benefits, fully remote, even living locally.

Cons

I spent 11 years giving my all, then was let go in a single day with no severance. I clearly had some fault in it, but I got enemy-of-the-year treatment undeservedly.

Advice to Management

Give more thought to hiring good managers. Just because someone's a good IC, doesn't mean they'll bring out the best in others.

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
3.0
Senior Management
4.0

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