Microsoft Hardware Culture

Mar 12 14 Comments

Hello All,
Can you guys comment on what you think of Microsoft's growing hardware culture ? Seems like they are investing in newer generations of CPU/SOCs. They have opened up hardware divisions at multiple US locations now. Please comment on your thoughts on their work culture, wlb, compensation, employees , learning opportunities and future of hardware design etc. Would love to hear from Microsoft hardware guys who are already working there.
I dont have any offer from them but I really like the CEO and his vision. Interacted with a few hardware folks there and they were very nice and friendly. Didn't feel like a sweatshop like Qcom or the fruit company. Always wanted to work there. I might give it a serious thought about going there. #hardware #semiconductor #microsoft

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  • OP
    I feel you. Working at Qcom itself is so tiring. I feel like I am not adding any value to my careers , not adding any new skill. I am just doing some stupid thing day after day. Pay is also way lesser than Apple. Maybe somewhat comparable with MSFT but still lesser. I probably could make it to Apple but no more mobile semiconductor companies for me. MSFT stock is also very good. How are the refreshers compare between the two ?
    Mar 13 7
  • Intel
    BrdnHnsdkr

    Go to company page Intel

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    • Can I ask why you came from 🍏? Msft can have very good initial offers, but 🍏 has amazing refreshers and crazy stock growth in the last few years leading to very high TC for a lot of folks there.
      Mar 13
    • Apple
      p🍎🍏

      Go to company page Apple

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      I did not like 🍏's siloed armylike work culture, i felt i will do more harm to my career if i stayed over there for TC. So, when MS reached out to me to do something i truly enjoy, it was a no brainer for me.
      Mar 13