Skip to contentSkip to footer
      employer cover photo
      employer logo
      employer logo

      Amazon

      Engaged Employer

      Amazon reviews

      Requires being self-driven - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

      4.0
      Jul 18, 2016
      Software development engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      * You get a lot of control over what you work on, and you feel like you can make an impact

      Cons

      * Requires being hugely motivated and self-driven. Doesn't work for everyone, and it feels you can get left behind fairly easily.

      Explore other reviews about Amazon

      5.0
      Jul 3, 2026
      Applied scientist intern
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Hands on mentorship; enough resources

      Cons

      Little research, more engineering work

      5.0
      Jan 10, 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.

      3159
      See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All
      Related searches: Amazon jobs | Amazon salaries | Amazon benefits | Amazon interviews | Amazon conversations
      Amazon reviewsAmazon Software Development Engineer reviewsAmazon review