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Decent Pay, Declining Culture

Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Microsoft for 6 years
September 29, 2025
Redmond, Washington
2.0
Pros

Good benefits and decent compensation.

Cons

Work-life balance and company culture have been rapidly declining. There have been many mass layoffs, stressful deadlines, and a focus on quantity over quality.

Additional Ratings

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

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