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Lots of layoffs

Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Microsoft for 4 years
April 11, 2026
Redmond, WA
4.0
RecommendsNegative OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

There were free drinks and a really nice campus that feels like a college, along with generally good coworkers.

Cons
  • Constant rolling layoffs.
  • Confused priorities.
  • Often mind-numbing work.
  • Retraction of remote work policies.
  • Pay significantly less than peers.

Additional Ratings

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

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