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      Swamped with legacy hacks - Software Development Engineer I Amazon Employee Review

      1.0
      Jul 21, 2014
      Software development engineer i
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      Pros

      There are great opportunities and the scale at which Amazon operates is amazing.

      Cons

      Only 10% of the time is spent on new development, and the rest we are putting out fires. Prepare to inherit a legacy of hacks with little tests and no documentation (tribal knowledge is the norm). You will have to keep this software running 24/7 and do whatever it takes to keep it up to date with whatever changes in the runtime environment.

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      5.0
      Mar 6, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Great company to work for

      Cons

      Can be bureaucratic and slow

      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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