You learn a lot but not a place you want to stick around more than 2 years if you want a life! - Anonymous employee Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Jun 12, 2008
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Learn a lot about the mindset needed to run a business effectively - more than you can learn at most other companies

Cons

Bad work-life balance, too much politics, lack of recognition - especially if you come in with lot of experience. At Amazon people who "grow" at Amazon coming in as fresh college grads tend to do well- because local Amazon business skills matter more than your technical capabilties. You have to unlearn lot of stuff to be effective at Amazon.

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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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