Different, but comfortable - Systems Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

5.0
17 Dec 2018
Recommend
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Pros

I have had the most interesting on-boarding experience in my career. Amazon actually wants you to not only be capable (and able) to do your job, but to enjoy doing it. They have provided training above and beyond anything I have had at any other company. They have been flexible, and so far, pretty laid back about many things. The atmosphere here is pretty light as well. Nerf wars tend to break out every so often. But when there is work to be done, it is eyes forward!

Cons

Just the learning curve. The scale and speed at which Amazon does things is difficult to grasp.

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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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