Working at Microsoft in Redmond, WA: 393 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Redmond, WA Area

"It is a good working environment."

"MSN (part of Microsoft) was a good company to work for at the time. The pay and benefits were great - free soda for everyone! But, MSN really lagged behind other portals at the time in terms of innovation. Great place to get some experience, but it's dangerous to get too comfortable and stay there for long. Long-term Microsoft employees are seen in the same light as college students who take 10 years to get a degree."

"Microsoft is great place to work with lots of great opportunities for career growth. Its a fast paced environment. Provided great benefits for employees and family."

"Great company. I can't complain."

"Working since 2013 as network implementation engineer."

"If you are in the software industry, you already know Microsoft. I worked there for six years. It's a good gig, with lots of smart people working there."

"Microsoft is a great company. I enjoy working here and learn a lot every single day. I enjoy working with smart people here."

"Work at Microsoft over 12 years and it is a great company for career growth and excellent for family."

"Microsoft is a very political place to work, and is not as much about "getting stuff done" as I'd hoped."

"Good people, tech, food and time. You have little control as a vendor though."

"If you are looking for a contract position with Microsoft. I would suggest any other placement agency other then Volt/VMC. They tend to offer lower pay rates, and less benefits then the other agencies."

"It has been a wonderful learning experience in Microsoft.I got to learn the use of different simulators in a lab environment and also debug issues related to the OS."

"Microsoft is a great company to work for. They have so many opportunities available. The company, though has a lot of pressures."

"When moving jobs within the company make sure you have a good report with your manager and your manager's manager."

"I've worked for Microsoft since 2008. The pay is not the best but they do really have good benefits. This is a big company, so you will be able to experience how big companies make decisions and turn around for things. You also be able to learn all the steps and processes to make project or development professional."