Not sure on Google, but I know first hand that Microsoft will hire without a college degree.  All depends on what your skill set is and how well you can sell yourself to them.<p>On the other hand, I would recommend going back to finish your degree if you can afford to. While getting a technology job without a degree is not all that difficult, the degree will only help you in the long run and can be the make or break difference between two candidates with some companies. It is also can be seen as a sign that you follow through and complete tasks at hand.<p>Trust me though, going from a startup environment to "corporate" America can be a bit daunting. While you say you want a slower pace, when confronted with that slower pace you will probably start to pull your hair out. I would recommend going to a startup, if you are not in a founder/cofounder role you will find it to be a lot slower while at the same time the enjoyable fast pace of a startup environment.<p>My best recommendation would be to complete your degree part-time while working for a startup.