Bengaluru engineer shares insights on three years at Google

Raj Vikramaditya, a Bengaluru-based software engineer known online as 'Striver,' recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to reflect on his three-year journey at Google. His post, which has attracted over 97,000 views, offered a candid look at both the benefits and challenges of working at the tech giant. 

Completed 3 years at Google today 😇

Pros and Cons 👇🏼

Pros 🔥

- Incredible WLB (Work-Life Balance): They take care of almost everything you can think of—food, gym, spa, trips, parties.

- The codebase: Once you dive into it, you’re in awe of the quality, design, and overall… pic.twitter.com/PlrAHmFavz

— Striver (@striver_79)

Completed 3 years at Google today 😇

Pros and Cons 👇🏼

Pros 🔥

- Incredible WLB (Work-Life Balance): They take care of almost everything you can think of—food, gym, spa, trips, parties.

- The codebase: Once you dive into it, you’re in awe of the quality, design, and overall… pic.twitter.com/PlrAHmFavz

— Striver | Building takeUforward (@striver_79) December 6, 2024

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Vikramaditya highlighted Google’s exceptional work-life balance as a standout feature, noting the company’s extensive perks, including free meals, gym access, spa services, trips, and parties. He lauded the organization’s commitment to employee well-being, describing it as a workplace that goes above and beyond to support its staff.

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He also praised the company’s advanced internal tools, comparing them to standalone startups in the outside world, and credited Google’s impeccable documentation for ensuring smooth team transitions. According to Vikramaditya, the high-quality codebase and an environment filled with top-tier talent pushed him to consistently improve and stay sharp.

However, his experience wasn’t without its drawbacks. Vikramaditya pointed out the challenges of working within such a massive organization, particularly the slow approval processes required to manage risks in a company of Google’s scale.

Overall, his reflections struck a chord with many in the tech community, offering a nuanced perspective on life at one of the world’s most sought-after employers, balancing incredible perks with the realities of corporate challenges.