Does Google pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Google employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Google. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Google?

87% of Google employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Google 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.3 for culture and values and 4.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Google?

Software Engineer (10463) , Senior Software Engineer (1599) , Intern (1229) , Software Developer (1217) , Account Manager (843) , Product Manager (792) , Software Development Engineer (SDE) (767) , Analyst (753) , Program Manager (624) , Project Manager (609) , SWE Intern (542) , Data Scientist (514) , Internship (499) , Software Engineer(Internship) (495) , Manager (484)

What are the pros of working at Google according to real employee reviews?

"My teammates were really great people and did a lot to help me get up and running."" ((in 4240 reviews)); "great benefits and I do believe they build some of the best products out there." ((in 3698 reviews)); "Great environment and culture for each individual to proactively dive into what ever they are working on." ((in 3417 reviews)); "In those positions you can have a good work/life balance and just use all the benefits" ((in 2644 reviews)); "the pay is good and the fellow engineers are very smart" ((in 2294 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Google according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours and lots to learn if you are not a learner it might not be the best place" ((in 809 reviews)); "Bad management and quite bureaucratic" ((in 740 reviews)); "People are forced out by bad managers via bad annual reviews and PIP program to get there friends in there." ((in 564 reviews)); "Recent job security worries and layoffs" ((in 561 reviews)); "Too much work and politics" ((in 301 reviews))

What are employees saying about Google layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Google layoffs and their outlook for job security at Google in 2026.

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4.4

87% would recommend to a friend

(48,385 total reviews)

Sundar Pichai

82% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

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4.5

Compensation and benefits

4.4

Diversity & inclusion

4.3

Culture & values

4.2

Work/Life balance

4.2

Career opportunities

3.9

Senior management

Google has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 48,385 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Google employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the IT (Information Technology) industry (3.9 stars).

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5.0

Feb 29, 2024

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Product manager

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Pros

Overall, working as a product manager at Google offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards, with the opportunity to work on impactful projects alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Cutting-Edge Projects: Google innovation, global impact. World-Class Talent: Collaboration, continuous learning. Resources and Support: Vast resources, state-of-the-art tools. Impactful Products: Global user base, meaningful contributions.

Cons

Intense Competition: Fast-paced environment, high expectations. Bureaucracy and Red Tape: Internal politics, decision-making processes. Work-Life Balance Challenges: Long hours, potential burnout. Ever-Changing Priorities: Dynamic business landscape, adaptability essential.

3.0

Feb 11, 2024

medium

Senior network engineer

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Pros

free internet at home when you like

Cons

no smart work and limited benefits

5.0

Jan 3, 2024

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Software engineer

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Pros

Innovation Hub: Google is known for fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. Cutting-Edge Tech: Employees get to work with the latest technologies on impactful projects. Work-Life Balance and Perks: Google emphasizes a healthy work-life balance, offers competitive compensation, and provides attractive perks and amenities.

Cons

Intense Competition: Getting hired can be highly competitive, and the work environment can be demanding. Bureaucracy and Decision-Making: Growing size may lead to increased bureaucracy and potentially slower decision-making processes.

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