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Opportunity to lead projects but culture is declining

Software Engineer II
Former Employee
Worked at Microsoft for 4 years
September 16, 2026
San Jose, CA
4.0
RecommendsNeutral OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

As a Software Engineer II, there is an opportunity to lead a feature from end to end, encompassing design and rollout. This role helps build a wealth of knowledge in both the industry and the technical aspects.

Cons

Culture shift is indeed happening. Recently, I've noticed a decline in people showing respect for others or even being patient when they're unsure about the requirements. Instead, they expect everything to be built on the fly without any questions or doubts.

Advice to Management

Provide feedback regularly, not just during cycle reviews, to give employees ample time to improve their performance.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
2.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
3.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
2.0

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