The money is great, the work/life balance is terrible - Senior Technical Writer Amazon Employee Review

1.0
9 Mar 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Amazon offers cutting edge technology, successful online retail, beautiful campus on South Lake Union in Seattle, and company name recognition.

Cons

Door desks, aversion to business and process standards, internal politics, pager duty, micro-management from the executive level, expensive parking, stingy benefits especially when compared to the industry, stock accounts with sub-standard brokerage house.

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5.0
10 Jan 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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