Fast agile place for workaholics - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Jan 10, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Aggresive, fast and agile work environment. Metrics driven technology. Good software infrastructure.

Cons

Poor work life balance. Heavy load of operational work (on-call duty over weekends).

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5.0
Jan 12, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work-life balance if you find the right executive to support. Lots of room for growth and exploring opportunities within the company

Cons

It's not really a con in my opinion, but it might be to you if you aren't up for it. You have to work hard and do a great job. Poor performers stick out like a sore thumb.

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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