Amazon Software Engineer (Amazon) reviews

3.8

64% would recommend to a friend

(614 total reviews)
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Andrew Jassy

66% approve of CEO

52% positive business outlook

Amazon Software Developer employees have rated Amazon with 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 614 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Amazon Software Developer professionals have a good working experience there. Amazon is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Amazon Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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614 reviews
5.0
28 May 2026
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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

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