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Principal Financial Group

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Not bad but there is better in Des Moines - Software Engineer I Principal Financial Group Employee Review

3.0
2 Feb 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Very flexible culture! - Big Company Perks (gym, cafeterias, etc.)

Cons

Say they care about technology way more than they actually do but never put their money where there mouth is.

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5.0
2 Jul 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great worklife balance and flexible hours

Cons

Not top end in pay within the industry

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Principal Financial Group Response
3d
We appreciate your feedback! Hearing that you felt supported reinforces what we're proud of—the strong community we've built together.
3.0
8 Jul 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great opportunity to start a career. You can legitamitely move throughout the company starting with this role.

Cons

Bad contact center environment. Back to back calls every day. They only discuss call times and never what leads to the numbers.

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Principal Financial Group Response
8h
Thank you for sharing your experience. Your feedback plays a vital role in helping us improve as an employer.
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