Horrible place to work - stay away if you like yourself. - Anonymous employee Amazon Employee Review

1.0
31 Mar 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Customer-centric. People are generally impressed when you tell them you work at Amazon.

Cons

"Ownership" is a double-edged sword. When you "own" something and things go well there is no praise. God help you if you "own" something and things go wrong - errors are never forgiven. Often you are blamed for things that you do not "own" as well. Terrible middle management (Directors/Senio managers) for the most part. VPs and SVPs seem better - atleast the ones I've interacted with seem humble. Many Amazonians who've been there for 2+ years know how to game the system. Do minimum work while "pushing back". Terrible for new-comers to the company, there is no help getting ramped up in a culture that is so selfish and individualistic. Your manager "owns" your review - so if you want to "do well" make sure your manager has a good opinion of you, doesnt matter what work you actually do - just ensure your manager thinks you are working hard - and you will stay happy at Amazon for many years.

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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
10 Jan 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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