Pays well, very competitive environment - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

3.0
10 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Pay is very good (as long as the stock price keeps rising). The hiring bar is high, so you get to work with a lot of really smart people and there are basically unlimited opportunities to learn new things (if you're willing to put in the time).

Cons

With recent layoffs and the obsession with using AI for everything, they have created an evironment of competition amongst teams and co-workers that can become toxic at times. This, and the 5 day RTO mandate make it difficult to maintain a decent work/life balance.

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5.0
14 Apr 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
10 Jan 2016
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Recommend
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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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