Most fun I've had at a job in years - Software Development Manager III Amazon Employee Review

4.0
23 May 2017
Recommend
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Pros

I own the customer experience for a category and I can honestly say that this is the most fun I've had professionally in my 20 years of working. The work is challenging, but I wouldn't have it any other way...I also make a habit of telling people on my team that the path to success at Amazon isn't by working crazy hours, it is getting a lot done in the hours that you do work. I've also grown more professionally in the past 4 years than I did in the previous 16.

Cons

Remote working isn't too effective in my organization. I would much prefer to work from home, or work from Colorado, but it wouldn't be very effective in my current organization doing so.

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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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