Is GlobalFoundries a good company to work for as a Principal Software Development Engineer?

Principal Software Development Engineer professionals working at GlobalFoundries have rated their employer with 3.7 out of 5 stars in 138 Glassdoor reviews. This is a higher than average score with the overall rating of GlobalFoundries employees being 3.6 out of 5 stars. Search open Principal Software Development Engineer Jobs at GlobalFoundries now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Principal Software Development Engineer interview questions at GlobalFoundries .

Does GlobalFoundries pay Principal Software Development Engineer employees well?

Principal Software Development Engineer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at GlobalFoundries with 2.9 out of 5 stars based on 138 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 21.5% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Principal Software Development Engineer salaries at GlobalFoundries.

What are the top reviewed jobs at GlobalFoundries?

Engineer (217) , Process Engineer (189) , Principal Engineer (158) , Senior Engineer (143) , Intern (109) , Equipment Engineer (97) , Member Of Technical Staff (69) , Manager (59) , Maintenance Technician (56) , Associate Engineer (50) , Member of Technical Staff(MTS) (44) , Senior Process Engineer (44) , Internship (35) , Process Integration Engineer (35) , Process Technician (35)

What are the pros of working at GlobalFoundries according to real employee reviews?

"Good work life balance and 401k" ((in 254 reviews)); "The benefits are good as is the 401 k but beyond that not much else of redeeming quality." ((in 197 reviews)); "Great people working in the FAB doing everything they can to hold this place together." ((in 172 reviews)); "Good pay and bonus quarterly" ((in 135 reviews)); "Colleagues is good and friendly" ((in 123 reviews))

What are the cons of working at GlobalFoundries according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management to grow own employees to manager level" ((in 242 reviews)); "Some managers have little or no concept of how ridiculously time" ((in 102 reviews)); "Upper management is blind to what goes on especially if you work a night shift." ((in 56 reviews)); "Very poor Senior leadership" ((in 39 reviews)); "Frequent layoffs and glut hiring." ((in 35 reviews))

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GlobalFoundries Principal Software Development Engineer reviews

3.7

95% would recommend to a friend

(138 total reviews)

Tim Breen

100% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

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4.1

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

Culture & values

3.7

Senior management

2.9

Compensation and benefits

Principal Software Development Engineer employees have rated GlobalFoundries with 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 138 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Principal Software Development Engineer professionals have a good working experience there. GlobalFoundries is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Principal Software Development Engineer professionals compared to other employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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138 reviews

4.0

Jul 10, 2026

Good benefits and flexibility, but limited growth opportunities

Principal engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Overall good company work in terms of benefits and flexibility.

Cons

Very short margin to grow.

4.0

Jun 26, 2026

Supportive team, but limited budgets and slow growth

Principal engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Great team in Burlington. Diverse technology portfolio provides endless opportunity to learn.

Cons

Non-revenue support groups have small budgets and are seen as cost-burdens. Raises and promotions are behind the industry.

5.0

Apr 6, 2026

Friendly working environment

Principal engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Super friendly colleges with all kinds of expertise. Great company culture encouraging diversity and innovation.

Cons

Location is bit inconvenient. Car may need or can only rely on company bus.

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