Customer obsession at the cost of employees - Software Development Engineer III Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Nov 21, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

1. Good infrastructure. 2. Build systems, proprietary home-grown applications are good. 3. Many hard working people here. 4. Highly professional people

Cons

1. No Work-Life balance. Work for long hours, on-calls, login from home 2. Absolutely not suitable for married people or anyone who just don't want to only work in his/her life. You cannot have any other commitments. 3. Politics. But intensity depends on team

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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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