Empty Desks By 4:30 pm: Indian Techie’s Tour Of Microsoft Paris Office Goes Viral, Amazes Internet

Empty Desks By 4:30 pm: Indian Techie’s Tour Of Microsoft Paris Office Goes Viral, Amazes Internet

By Ritu Singh
Publication Date: 2026-05-25 16:38:00

A Bengaluru-based software engineer has gone viral after sharing a humorous and insightful tour of Microsoft’s Paris office, sparking widespread discussion online about Europe’s celebrated work-life balance. Rahul Kaushik, who has been working at Microsoft since July 2024, posted the Instagram video, giving viewers a glimpse into the tech giant’s workplace culture in France while adding light-hearted commentary about language barriers, vegetarian food struggles, and European office life.

The video began with Kaushik reflecting on his experience exploring Paris. He joked that while wandering through the city, he realised it was probably a good thing he was not born in France because he does not know the French language and would have struggled to survive there. At the same time, he admitted the beauty and charm of Paris briefly made him consider seeking an…