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Competitive pay and great work-life balance, but lack of advancement

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Microsoft for 2 years
October 30, 2026
San Francisco, CA
5.0
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Competitive pay, incredible WLB, kind people, and no backstabbing.

Cons

Other big companies can pay more, but you can end up being a cog in a machine.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
5.0
Culture and Values
4.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
4.0

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