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4.4

87% would recommend to a friend

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Sundar Pichai

83% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

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5.0
Aug 12, 2025

Google SDE

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Free food, endless benefit , competitive salary

Cons

No downsides unless the need to perform constantly

5.0
May 20, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

High impact and influence on widely-used products. Drive innovation and shape product vision. Central role in decision-making. Cross-functional leadership and collaboration. Creative problem-solving in a dynamic environment. Continuous learning and skill development. Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity. Comprehensive benefits (health, time off, retirement, perks). Clear career growth and diverse opportunities. Strong networking potential. Supportive, open, and innovative culture. Emphasis on user-focused development.

Cons

High Pressure and Stress: Significant responsibility for product success can lead to stress. Balancing Conflicting Priorities: Managing competing demands from various stakeholders. Lack of Direct Authority: Influencing teams without direct reporting authority can be challenging. Resource Constraints: Dealing with limitations like budget, staffing, or time. Accountability for Failure: Bearing the burden of product failures or underperformance. Ambiguity in Measuring Success: Difficulty in clearly attributing success or failure to specific actions. Fast-Paced Environment: Constant need to adapt to rapid changes in technology and markets. Long Hours: May be required to work long hours. Organizational Complexity: Navigating a large company can be complex.

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