Google Software Developer reviews

4.4

88% would recommend to a friend

(9,700 total reviews)
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Sundar Pichai

83% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

Software Developer employees have rated Google with 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 9,700 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer professionals have an excellent working experience there. Google is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Tecnologías de la información industry (3.9 stars).

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10K reviews
3.0
Feb 3, 2026

My experience at Google

Recommend
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Pros

Excellent pay, benefits, and perks, including flexible hours and supportive culture, with high ratings for work-life balance and company culture. Inspiring office environment in central Berlin with modern architecture, great location, and amenities that foster collaboration and networking. Opportunities for professional growth, self-driven learning, and career advancement in a innovative tech hub.

Cons

Highly competitive atmosphere among top talent, leading to peer pressure and demanding performance expectations. ​ Reliance on Google's unique proprietary tools, which can make skills less transferable outside the company. ​ Potential bureaucracy in a large organization, minimal supervision requiring self-starters, and occasional work-life imbalance from ambitious projects.

4.0
Feb 2, 2026

Amazing

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Everything about google feels very good

Cons

Can feel very small in big machinery

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