Great Place to Work with Smart People, but You Won't be Coddled - Senior Manager Amazon Employee Review

5.0
Sep 23, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Smart People - Innovative Company - Lots of Autonomy in many areas of company - Intense Passionate Place -- I consider this a pro most of the time :)

Cons

- Work/Life Balance is not great for many - Based out of Seattle-- it rains a lot - Experience varies widely from group to group -- choose carefully

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5.0
Feb 19, 2026
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Pros

I got paid weekly, there was a $2 premium for night shifts.

Cons

The only con was the 2 hour commute to and from work.

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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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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