Good for early career but difficult to progress - Software Development Engineer (SDE) -1 Amazon Employee Review

4.0
24 Mar 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- learn a lot about a variety of technologies very quickly - the bar is high. 95% of people you work with are very capable - good compensation (probably the best you can get in Brisbane as an SDE)

Cons

- they will squeeze you for everything you're worth - very hard to progress within the company for all software levels - success at the company is dictated a lot by the manager you get - RTO (return to office)

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5.0
10 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Work life balance Cutting edge technology

Cons

Pay needs improvement Future value of stock is factored in pay structure and future value is not a certainty

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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