So many changes, hope "they" are getting it right? - Field Sales Representative Google Cloud Employee Review

3.0
8 Dec 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

It's Google (or is it?),....the benefits, the OTE (potential) initial stock grants. Being a small part of one of very few orgs who takes on the largest issues facing our society/world and tries to fix them. Google is even more impressive (insane) on the inside than it's perceived from the outside.

Cons

Internal complexity and process. Nothing seems repeatable yet. There are 10 different answers/way to answer the same question, and very little individual help for new folks. You are expected to figure a lot out (or know it already) on your own which is exhausting and a ridiculous time suck for a new person. Many senior leaders from Cisco, VMware, Oracle and expect "transactional" selling which doesn't line up with the deal cycle length of Cloud transformational projects.. Also lot's of mysterious/sudden "lay offs" among teams that is very unsettling and stressful for those not immediately impacted. Lots of growing pains and lots of pressure.

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5.0
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Pros

Great benefits, name recognition, fast moving, can make good money if you are doing well

Cons

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4.0
22 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Working at a generic tech company can be a strong opportunity for someone who wants to grow quickly, work with modern tools, and contribute to products that may reach a large number of users or businesses. The environment often provides exposure to talented coworkers, cross-functional collaboration, and interesting technical or product challenges. There may also be opportunities for career advancement, competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and equity upside if the company performs well.

Cons

At the same time, the experience can come with tradeoffs. Priorities may shift quickly, expectations can be high, and employees may need to operate with some ambiguity around ownership, timelines, or success metrics. Depending on the team, the work may also involve tight deadlines, operational responsibilities, or pressure to move quickly. Overall, working at a tech company can be rewarding for people who enjoy learning, adapting, and taking ownership, but it may be less ideal for those who prefer highly predictable work, slower-paced environments, or clearly defined responsibilities.

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