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      Google Software Development Engineer (SDE) reviews

      4.6

      94% would recommend to a friend

      (574 total reviews)
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      Sundar Pichai

      94% approve of CEO

      89% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.7

      Culture & values

      4.6

      Compensation and benefits

      4.6

      Career opportunities

      4.5

      Diversity & inclusion

      4.5

      Work/Life balance

      4.4

      Senior management

      Software Development Engineer (SDE) employees have rated Google with 4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 574 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Development Engineer (SDE) professionals have an excellent working experience there. Google is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Development Engineer (SDE) professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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      574 reviews
      4.0
      Jul 28, 2025

      Really good

      Software development engineer (sde)
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Google is also known for offering generous benefits, a flexible work environment, and a focus on personal development and learning. The diversity of projects and the impact their work can have globally is another big draw for those who work there. Would you like to know more about specific aspects of Google's work culture

      Cons

      While many employees enjoy working at Google, some challenges have been reported by others. These can include: 1. **High Expectations**: Google has a reputation for hiring top talent, which means there's often pressure to meet high expectations and deliver results quickly. 2. **Intense Workload**: The fast-paced, constantly evolving nature of the tech industry can result in long hours or a sense of burnout for some employees. 3. **Internal Competition**: With such a large pool of talented people, some individuals might feel a competitive atmosphere that can be stressful. 4. **Work-Life Balance**: While Google offers flexible work options, the sheer volume of work and the company's fast pace may make it challenging for some employees to maintain a balance between work and personal life. 5. **Bureaucracy and Hierarchy**: Despite its reputation for innovation, the company is still large and can have bureaucratic layers that may slow decision-making or innovation for some teams. Of course, these experiences can vary widely depending on the team, role, and individual preferences.

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