Like working at Wal-Mart, except you write software - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

2.0
Jun 18, 2008
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Pros

Great place to learn the fundamentals of highly distributed/scalable transaction oriented development. Must be young, hungry and kid-free to fully appreciate the experience, it's fast and furious.

Cons

You work very hard, not so bad unless you like to see your kids. The fact that the developers often become first level support for mission critical services, yes this means you will often carry a pager that will wake you at 3 in the morning because a server in Japan is performing aberrantly. There is this aura of thrift that after while creeps darkly into your morale, notably the "horse stall" like offices. It literally seems to be modeled after a warehouse-based sweatshop, right down to the "desk doors". It goes without saying these people are not great followers of Feng Shui.

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5.0
Jun 4, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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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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