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      Google Software Engineer (Swe II) reviews

      4.5

      97% would recommend to a friend

      (596 total reviews)
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      Sundar Pichai

      81% approve of CEO

      78% positive business outlook

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      Software Engineer (Swe II) employees have rated Google with 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 596 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Engineer (Swe II) professionals have an excellent working experience there. Google is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Engineer (Swe II) professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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      596 reviews
      5.0
      May 11, 2025

      Big news fr

      Swe new grad
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      way out west for real

      Cons

      breaking bad culture sometimes in CA

      5.0
      May 5, 2025

      Working at Google Taiwan - An Insider's Perspective

      Software engineer (swe ii)
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Talented Colleagues: You're surrounded by incredibly smart, driven, and passionate people from diverse backgrounds. The opportunity to collaborate with and learn from experts is a huge plus. Impact & Innovation: Working on projects that often have global reach and significant impact. Being part of a company at the forefront of technology is exciting and rewarding. Resources & Learning: Access to extensive internal resources, training programs, and opportunities for continuous learning and development are top-notch. Compensation & Benefits: Generally competitive salary packages, comprehensive health benefits, perks, and other employee benefits are attractive. Culture (Team Specific): Many teams foster a collaborative and open environment, encouraging idea sharing and teamwork. Being part of the vibrant tech community in Taipei is also a positive.

      Cons

      Work-Life Balance (Can Vary): While the company talks about work-life balance, the demanding nature of the work and fast pace can sometimes lead to long hours or difficulty fully disconnecting, depending heavily on the specific team and role. Bureaucracy & Scale: As a massive global organization, navigating internal processes, getting approvals, or initiating changes can sometimes be slow or feel bureaucratic. Integration Challenges: Working with global teams across different time zones can sometimes present communication or scheduling challenges. Role Specificity: Your experience can vary significantly based on your specific team, manager, and project area. Not all teams operate identically.

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