Work if you’re desperate for a big four title - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

1.0
15 Dec 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Lots of work and smart individuals. Pretty cool projects to work on

Cons

Do not expect anything extra compared to other tech companies. Nothing is free at amazon. No free drinks/snacks. No gyms. Nothing. Different teams let alone orgs have very different cultures. It highly depends on your manager how your work/life balance will be handled. I only joined for the name but honestly I should’ve just joined a start up or some mid size company in the bay. You will honestly have the worst time of your life here... and amazon knows this. Their stock vesting accounts for people leaving the company early. Do not make the same mistakes I did and avoid this company at all cost.

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5.0
10 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Really smart people, a lot of opportunity for growth, always encouraged to be innovative, think big, and create something new. Competitive salary and benefits with other major tech companies. 100% self motivating work environment. No dress code and 4 legged friends are welcome.

Cons

You have to be self motivated. NO ONE will hold your hand and tell you that you're doing a great job. If you need constant affirmations from management, this company isn't for you.

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