Microsoft Architect/Program Manager reviews

Microsoft product teams are all about deploying the right solutions for the customer. However the Consulting Services organization demands that their staff deploy solutions that increase billable time. When challenged we're told not to think but do what we're told and that revenue is more important than the deploying the right solution. Utilization based incentives drive the wrong behavior. When engagements are completed in a fraction of the time allocated, we are told to perform work slower otherwise we'll be fired.

Only true geeks can really love the place - not really a con for me. Also it hasn't grown much in a decade so opportunities for promotions are really rather limited. Young ones and diversity candidates are definitely favored there - but regardless even if you are young and "diverse" and you really want to get to the top you will have a much better chance at a smaller fast growing company.