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      4.1

      79% would recommend to a friend

      (1,196 total reviews)
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      Satya Nadella

      85% approve of CEO

      65% positive business outlook

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      Programmer Manager employees have rated Microsoft with 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 1,196 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Programmer Manager professionals have an excellent working experience there. Microsoft is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Programmer Manager professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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      1K reviews
      4.0
      Aug 11, 2025

      Great company

      Program manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Great company to work with

      Cons

      None I can think of

      4.0
      Aug 5, 2025

      it;s a job

      Program manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      salary, benefits, campus, dining options

      Cons

      cubes, work life balance, lighting

      4.0
      Jul 24, 2025

      Work life balance

      Program manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      1. Flexible Work Options – Microsoft offers hybrid and remote-friendly roles, with many teams supporting asynchronous work to accommodate personal schedules. 2. Respect for Personal Time – Most managers respect boundaries around non-working hours, and there’s a strong culture of not expecting after-hours emails or meetings unless it’s critical. 3. Generous Time Off – Competitive PTO, sick leave, and mental wellness days ensure that employees can recharge when needed.

      Cons

      1. Workload Depends on Team – While the culture supports balance, some high-visibility or customer-facing teams can experience spikes in workload, especially during global events or product launches. 2. Always-On Feeling – In global roles, working across time zones may occasionally require early mornings or late meetings, which can blur work-life boundaries over time.

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