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      3.8

      98% would recommend to a friend

      (398 total reviews)
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      Satya Nadella

      90% approve of CEO

      86% positive business outlook

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      Software Design Engineer In Test employees have rated Microsoft with 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 398 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Design Engineer In Test professionals have a good working experience there. Microsoft is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Design Engineer In Test professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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      398 reviews
      4.0
      Jul 16, 2008

      An ideal environment to grow as a Software Engineer.

      Software development engineer in test (sdet)
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      Pros

      Very challenging work environment that forces you to be actively involved in all phases of the Software Lifecycle. It is an ideal place to grow across all facets of a Software Engineer.

      Cons

      The very aggressive schedules make for a very difficult work/life balance. Management makes it a point to express a good balance, but when it comes down to it, deadlines are deadlines, and management will throw caution to the wind to ensure the product hits RTM (Release to Market) on time.

      2.0
      Jul 14, 2008

      I hope Microsoft is not a train-wreck looking for a place to happen

      Software development engineer in test (sdet)
      Recommend
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      Pros

      If you have a family with dependents to care for, then the benefits are great. I suspect that's the primary reason many of average people hang on to Microsoft.

      Cons

      In some groups, you have really bad management. Over time, cronies and yes-men have been promoted to mid to senior managerial positions. The saying that A's hire other A's and B's hire C's and D's can be seen in action in some of these groups. If, as a new hire, you end up in one of these places, life can be miserable.

      3.0
      Jul 8, 2008

      OK Tech Company but not the best.

      Software development engineer in test (sdet)
      Recommend
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      Pros

      It is a famous company. Microsoft's name on your resume will open many doors for you. There are still a lot of smart people here. The paid is OK for me. I may get a little bit more in other big tech companies in the area, however, it is just not worth the hassle to change job.

      Cons

      A lot of red tapes to get job done. There are many layers of management in Microsoft. The company does not move fast comparing to other leading tech companies. We lost many good engineers to Google.

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