Microsoft Principal Software Engineering Manager reviews

3.7

69% would recommend to a friend

(562 total reviews)
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Satya Nadella

74% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

Principal Software Engineering Manager employees have rated Microsoft with 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 562 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Principal Software Engineering Manager professionals have a good working experience there. Microsoft is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Principal Software Engineering Manager professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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562 reviews
5.0
Jan 22, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Working at Microsoft is like working for 1 of 100 related but distinct companies. After 3 to 4 years, you can easily changes jobs (still a full interview) until you find the ONE job that is your calling and then you really dig in for longer. A great place to build a wholesome career.

Cons

Small pockets of politically charged organizations.

5.0
Jan 9, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Top work culture and good work-life balance. Good team and latest stuff.

Cons

Slow to make decisions and need lot of people to be onboard.

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