Google Employee Reviews for Software Engineer

What do you like about working at Google?

"I like the opportunity for challenging work, and the opportunity to work with exceptionally talented colleagues."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Don't do it. Or, if you must, then relocate to Mountain View. Avoid the Santa Monica Google office."

What don't you like about working at Google?

"IMO, I dislike incompetent management bungling projects. IMO, engineers are compelled to sit and do as they are told even when they believe that the wrong direction is being pursued."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Create a flatter organization with fewer managers. Allow different approaches to a solution to be heard and evaluated without using intimidation to suppress alternate points of view."

What do you like about working at Google?

"Employees are given a lot of latitude in getting things done. Priorities are allowed to shift when it makes sense. It is a very collaborative environment, yet everyone is still an important contributor."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Know your stuff inside and out. After that, just relax and enjoy the process."

What don't you like about working at Google?

"Nothing. Really, I'm serious, nothing. This is the best job I've ever had."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Continue to focus on growing individuals and keeping the work interesting."

"Fair evaluation of my time at Google."

"Best company to work."

What do you like about working at Google?

"I like the great opportunities."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Great company to work for."