Rising Stock Price Covers All Ills - Anonymous employee Amazon Employee Review

3.0
4 Nov 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Extremely generous compensation package that's paying at the top end of the pay range for many positions in Seattle. Very sharp peer group. Stable management structure. Culture that supports inter-company transfers.

Cons

Experience here is totally dependent on the group you're in and much of that is dependent on the management structure in place above you. Many directors and senior managers are weak managers and have typically been promoted based on their ability to manage up instead of their actual ability to manage a team. Retail teams have extremely high turnover rates. Compensation (including stock grants) is managed to a tight range as a result people who are making a lot of money now based on the stock more than doubling over the last few years are likely to see a drop in total compensation when those initial grants fully vest.

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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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