A lot of experience and a lot of work - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

4.0
Nov 14, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Work experience is excellent, with exposure to many different technologies. - Amazon Web Services is a technology leader in some fields, which makes working on some of the web services projects extremely interesting. - Their are some excellent managers and team leaders in Amazon, with great insight into the process of software development. - Amazon has a higher hiring bar than much of the industry, which ensures that most (but not all) employees are competent and good at their jobs.

Cons

- Management are cheap when allocating equipment like desktops to developers. - The company does not sufficiently support a good work/life balance and does not have any problem requiring you to routinely answer calls and tickets in your free time.

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Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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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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