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Q&A With Microsoft Employees
One of the most important drivers of our success is our culture. We fundamentally believe that we need a growth mindset culture. This starts with the belief that everyone can grow and develop; potential is nurtured, not predetermined; and anyone can change their mindset.
How employees describe working at Microsoft
great awesome. this is the best company
Review from Product Dept
Microsoft pays for a part of it.
Too many things to list!
Review from Marketing Dept
Challenges and Hiring Process really needs improvement.
Review from IT Dept
Microsoft has been hands-down the best place to work. It's hard to find a company that has a great brand, bright future, world-class employees, a generous compensation package, and positive culture.
Review from Engineering Dept
What it's like to work at Microsoft
- Microsoft employees generally work 9.2 hrs a day
- Employees at Microsoft report the work pace is comfortably fast
- On a typical day, employees at Microsoft have 2 meetings
- 84% of Microsoft employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Microsoft employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 73% of Microsoft employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Microsoft employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a quarter
- 82% of Microsoft employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Microsoft Employees
IDX: 100 TOT: 163
What do employees at Microsoft think about their benefits?
They think they are pretty great, and they are. They aren't quite as good as they used to be with the completely paid for Cadillac insurance plan that covered everything 100% for the employee and their family (unheard of in the tech industry), but overall they are probably still tops in tech.
Microsoft's benefits are amazing.
How helpful was your Design team when you were first hired at Microsoft?
NOT SO MUCH
They wait to see what you can do before being helpful. Everything is Tribal Knowledge, if you're a minority it's even worse.
Does Microsoft have a Veteran outreach policy?
YES, Microsoft is super inclusive and bends over backwards for diversity, special needs and groups.
Only on paper
What kind of interview questions do they ask when hiring someone in the Design department at Microsoft?
TECHNICAL
They asked questions regarding work history, and then technical questions, then problem solving on whiteboard.
What's the pay like for IT roles at Microsoft?
The pay overall is good. Base salary tends to be a bit low, but bonus/rewards and stock more than make up for it.
Ok slightly lower than average, but great benefits
What skills do you need to be successful in the Executive department at Microsoft?
HR skills for the payroll department
How are the career growth opportunities on the Executive team at Microsoft?
They're okay if you're ready for change
How does Microsoft measure success and growth in the Executive department?
It exceeds above all others Microsoft is an Intel Celeron Core Processor system that runs windows so the possibilities are endless
How common is it to switch departments or teams at Microsoft?
It's pretty common, many do it!
What is Microsoft's internship program like?
You spend the summer working on a project.
How can I get hired at Microsoft as a recent grad?
Practice algorithms and data structures.
What Sales department questions did Microsoft ask during your job interview?
Business development and selling process
What does the ideal candidate in the Sales department look like at Microsoft?
Female with 2-3 years of experience selling anything
What are the most important soft skills to be successful at Microsoft?
Being able to morph into the culture and go along with the status quo
What kind of people does Microsoft like to hire?
Very kind!
What are the most important soft skills I need to be successful at Microsoft?
Sense of humor, compassion, respect for others, being open to considering new ideas, and ability to stand on your own whilst working collaboratively across different teams
How long after an interview at Microsoft does it take to hear back?
After phone screen I didn't hear for two months. I assumed I did poorly. After on site interview I heard back in about a week or two.
What is the hardest interview question Microsoft asks?
It really depends on the role and your abilities
What is the company mobility like at Microsoft?
Very very good! Should not be a problem.
What kind of activities do employees at Microsoft participate in outside of work?
Anything you want. There are groups doing all sort of activities..
What kind of relocation or moving stipends does Microsoft offer?
Dependig on your role, level and bargin. I was an international transfer and received full relocation cost includibg flight freight and a full 40 foot container. As well as 100k in relocation money. But I’ve heard people get as low as 5k and nearly no shipping sponsorship
What are company outings like at Microsoft?
My team goes out to lunch at nice restaurants. Depends on your position and team though I guess.
How are layoffs handled in the IT department at Microsoft?
Random and pretty often
What is the drug policy like at Microsoft?
Well, there is no drug testing but I don't have any idea about an official drug policy. There are often morale events and parties where alcohol is served.
How are layoffs handled in the Engineering department at Microsoft?
General layoffs in engineering are very rare. There are occasionally teams that become obsolete for one reason or another but normally, those are handled through reassignment. In the rare case of a layoff, people are generally given time and resources to find another job either internally or externally. Most of the people that are layed off are hired into another internal group. In the rare case someone is actually layed off they are generally given severance.
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Should I work at Microsoft?
54% of Microsoft employees would encourage their friends to become coworkers, whereas 25% are neutral and 21% would not recommend working at Microsoft to their friends.
| 54% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 25% | Passive |
| 21% | Detractors |
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