Great Place... ...for doers. - Software Development Manager II Amazon Employee Review

4.0
27 Mar 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Very agile in the strict sense of the word. Moves quickly. Embraces innovation. Accepts failures and moves on. Truly focuses on the customers, not on politics. Results focused. It's been said to be more of a start-up environment than even start-ups are; that's how dynamic it is.

Cons

Not for the faint-of-heart. Certain departments burn people. Often hard to have work-life balance. Not a lot of perks (no slides...). Not always the highest salaries around. Can be very hard to be promoted.

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5.0
11 June 2026
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Pros

Hybrid work (3 days a week), good team atmosphere, small sales teams, limited travel

Cons

a lot of shifts in upper management currently

5.0
10 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
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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