Frustrating + Rewarding - Software Engineer Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Nov 4, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

I've been here for almost 6 years and I think the experience varies a lot from team to team. It can be very rewarding. It is fun to be able to work somewhere that people instantly recognize.

Cons

This is by far the most frustrating place I have worked. Employees are pitted against each other. Every conversation is contentious and results in an argument, most of the time the loudest or most persistent employee wins without regard to the validity of their argument. You must learn how to navigate corporate politics well or you will not move up the ladder.

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5.0
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Pros

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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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