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      Google Program Manager reviews

      4.2

      86% would recommend to a friend

      (536 total reviews)
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      Sundar Pichai

      70% approve of CEO

      77% positive business outlook

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      Programming Manager employees have rated Google with 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 536 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Programming Manager professionals have an excellent working experience there. Google is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Programming Manager professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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      536 reviews
      5.0
      Jul 6, 2015

      Exceptional company

      Program manager
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      Pros

      Surrounded by some of the most brilliant, creative people in the industry. Everyone is typically excited to work on their respective projects and unified behind the vision of the company.

      Cons

      Things are starting to move slower; this is a natural construct of operating at as large of a scale as Google does, but the company has lost its start-up feel.

      5.0
      Jun 26, 2015

      Rated as top employer for good reasons

      Program manager
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      Pros

      The legendary perks are true (free gourmet food, on-site top quality fitness center, barista bar, massages available on-site, etc.), but the perks are trivial compared to the fantastic culture and positive, supportive work environment. Open, inclusive culture where people treat each other with dignity and respect. People are highly-skilled, highly-intelligent, and managers are expected to be inclusive, approachable, and respectful....and they are.

      Cons

      Not exactly a con, but be prepared to be intellectually challenged (including during your interview)! Facts, data, and sound logic are standard expectations, not hyperbole, bluster or conjecture - in any role, at any level.

      5.0
      Jun 11, 2015

      The hype is true

      Program manager
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      Pros

      Googlers are charismatic Middle management is awesome Failures aren't individually blamed, usually seen as a problem with a system - not an individual Compensation is great Food is amazing TGIF is where it's at, Larry and Sergey are hilarious and the transparent info you get is awesome.

      Cons

      It's hard to learn the ropes: you're given a long leash and plenty of benefit of the doubt (if you screw something up) but there is sooo much to learn and the formal training isn't all that extensive (though, the training sessions are great). Being able to thrive in ambiguity is a must. You're expected to be autonomous, which is great, but it's tough to learn the ropes and when you're new, you want to perform well and make an impact. It's hard to do that at first. It's good to trust your management and team and do what you can. Have self confidence in your value and go find a way to contribute - even if it seems small or under the radar.

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