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Reinventing Company, Great Balance

Software Engineer II
Current Employee
Has worked at Microsoft for 4 years
September 17, 2016
Redmond, Washington
4.0
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Pros

Energy and morale have been improving a lot since Nadella took the helm. The company is re-inventing itself and moving in a promising direction. It's not a boring enterprise company anymore. "Not invented here" syndrome is being cured.

Great work-life balance. I've worked under several different managers, and they were all great in this aspect. You have the freedom to set your own pace (to a certain extent).

Excellent benefits and perks:

  • Top-notch 401(k) plan with a very generous match
  • Health insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • On-site health center
  • And a lot more.
Cons

Old culture is fading, but it is still there. A lot of people still focus on personal achievement only.

Compensation is less than what competitors offer, unless you're at a high level (principal and above).

Advice to Management

Be more explicit about encouraging teamwork. Guide people to say more "we" instead of "I".

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