A learning experience...a stepping stone for success elsewhere. - Senior Product Manager Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Jan 4, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

An opportunity to work with some of the smartest people around and a chance to see impact on a massive scale. The smallest change can impact millions of people. Every decision, every thought is driven by numbers which changes the way you think and forces you to focus on results.

Cons

Extreme micromanagement, lack of trust among peers and management, lack of communication and team work, no work-life balance, chaotic management...and last but not least, very little room for risk taking and creativity. Every idea is scrutinized and must be justified with numbers, which brings clarity but often destroys the very essence of creativity and risk taking.

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5.0
May 24, 2026
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Pros

Flexibility, Pay, friendly culture and easy learning curve

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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