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      Hectic and Painful - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

      2.0
      Sep 22, 2013
      Software development engineer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Good Salary, Good exposure to various technologies

      Cons

      Work/life balance. Constantly under pressure, panic and chaos. Most projects reach fire-fighting mode. Managers dont respect employees personal time and expect them to work on weekends most of the time. Eventhough, you work hard you will be screwed big time. Too much bureaucracy and politics to get promoted.

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      5.0
      Jun 1, 2026
      Problem solver
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Amazon is a very good company to work for with great people."

      Cons

      "Compensation is too low for the level of responsibility we have."

      5.0
      Jan 10, 2016
      Anonymous employee
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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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