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Microsoft knows how to take care of their software developers

Redmond, WA

Former Employee – worked at Microsoft as an intern for less than a year

ProsDevelopers have their own offices. Because Microsoft has a longer release cycle than many software companies, the stereotypical "have to work overtime because the project is due" doesn't really apply. Very laid-back environment. As long as you get your work done and don't miss meetings, no one really minds when you work.

ConsAs with any company with thousands of employees, sometimes you can feel like a grain of sand on the beach. As a developer, you don't have a say in the big picture of the company. If that's important to you, don't work here; find a start-up.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company

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Nov 16, 2012

Thank you for the candid review, great comments and insight.

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