It was ok - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Sep 30, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

1) You may be working on really cool projects

Cons

1) You may get stuck with really boring project for long time 2) Many junior devs in some orgs; 3) SDE2 role is too wide (recent new grads who got promoted and people with more than 8 years of industry experience) 4) Really hard to get promotion from SDE2 to SDE3; 5) Cheap hardware; 6) Stock vesting schedule is quite unfair; 7) No cash bonuses for performance, additional stock bonuses no earlier than after 1 year of employment; 8) No free lunches or basic snacks;

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Pros

Competitive hourly pay in many locations Benefits may include health insurance and tuition assistance Flexible scheduling options at some warehouses Opportunities for overtime and extra pay Entry-level job with minimal experience required

Cons

Physically demanding work with long hours standing or lifting Fast-paced environment with strict productivity targets Repetitive tasks can become tiring Work schedules may include nights, weekends, or holidays High stress during peak shopping seasons like holidays

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Recommend
CEO approval
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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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