Googlers & Xooglers

So I was recently laid off from my job. I've been hearing the company is not meeting their quota for the year and as 1 of 5 employee's on the manufacturing floor, I was chosen to be the first. I was told … more

I am seeing conflicting information online on parental leave. How many days do I need to be working at Google in order to be able to take parental leave? How long is parental leave: 16, 18, or 24 week… more

Are offers typically made at this point in the year, or does recruiting ‘shut-down’ now because of Christmas?

Hi! I have an interview coming up for Associate, Business Operations and Strategy role. Can anyone share tips for how to prepare? Any key concepts (e.g., Google Ads monetization strategy) to get famil… more

Anyone have experience in Account Management roles at Google vs. Microsoft? Or just differences in culture between Google/MSFT?

What's the possibility of Google sponsoring H1B visa for a British citizen living in the UK for Software Engineer 3 or 4 position

I just joined this week and i am confused. Does anthem only cover 7 states? I live in Colorado and it doesn't seem like anthem has coverage here,,but there are no other options. Am I just not read… more

How quickly can one go for their maternity leave right after joining Google? Hoping the new joiner gets same policy benefits as a tenured person.

Got to know that 'quiet layoffs' have been happening across the company including YouTube t&s. Does anyone have an idea about what levels are being let go and which location?

What’s the best way to initiate the boomerang process to return to google after leaving?

How does the referral process work at Google? Looking for someone to refer me to 2 roles

Is now a good time to join Google? Have an offer, but worried that I will be laid off in 2024

Is Google ending contracts with consultants? In the span of a few weeks, I noticed several projects not getting extended.

Hey everybody! Was wondering if anyone had any insight on their experience working as an account executive for Google? Any tips on getting an interview/hired? Thanks!

What is the typical amount of RSUs offered at the L4 level w/ 5 YOE? Wondering if I got low balled at $130-140K? Also is GCS in danger of layoffs? Concerned about leaving my current role and going to … more

39k sign on bonus or 55k increase in RSUs?

I believe $39k now is more money than the $55k across a vesting schedule. Is there a calculator that breaks this down?

Assuming I invest the sign on bonus dir… more

Once you’ve left Google is is hard to get back in, even if you leave on great terms and good ratings? We are considering moving overseas for my husbands’ great new job opportunity. I can’t see any rol… more

What’s with all the major reorgs and forced relocation rumors?

I’m so excited, I was told yesterday that Google are proceeding to offer for a L6 role at London. I will likely be starting in January. Any tips from the community on the first few weeks of starting?

Any part time AI or Software Engineering degrees/courses that big tech takes seriously?

I'm going through the interview fase for a customer onboarding specialist role at Google in Dublin, as someone currently not living in the city, I'd really rappreciate any info about the salary range I could aim for.
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Invited to informal chat after final round? What does this mean? Is this normal? How can I prepare? Non-technical position

For those who were Xooglers but have returned to Google. Was it worth it?

I’ve found a new role since layoffs. Making more in base but no stock which is fine since I don’t necessarily need it. Part of… more

Has anyone at Google have had their termination appeal accepted? I’m really curious to see if it’s possible, because from what I’ve seen during my appeal - all the odds are against you.

Hi all, looking for some advice - what roles (if any) would Google hire ex-consultants for? I am tired of consulting and hoping to pivot into tech (probably a role in sustainability or project/program… more

How is work life balance in the S&O and RSO orgs? I’ve heard mixed things so curious as to what I should expect

Does anyone have any experience on the associate financial analyst rotation?

Hi all! Anyone has any insights to Google Operations Center? curious to hear what everyone likes / not working there

It’s been 7 weeks since my onsite, followed up with my recruiter 2 weeks after and was told that feedback was good, but I need to wait for other candidates to interview and they will be in touch in a few weeks… h… more

Anyone here work at Figma?

What roles/teams in google would be best for someone with gov/public sector background looking to move towards business dev/gov markets. Anyone willing to refer in? Happy to share more profile details… more

I’m interviewing on Tuesday for a Product Support Manager L3. Can anybody please share some tips or advice on what to focus during my interview? It’s with the client solutions consulting team. Im in a… more

Is Microsoft L65 considered a senior level? Is it equivalent to L6 in Google? Thanks

Is Google Research a good team to join as a product manager?

Folks at google - what are your thoughts on Google Workspace and Learning Platform product areas?

What's the highest salary that an L3 analyst get in India with breakdown on fixed, var and stocks?

Also how do the managers decide the quantity and quality of work split between an L3 and an L4???

Has anyone worked at Google and Netflix or Microsoft? How do the experiences compare?