Amazon Software Development Manager III reviews

3.4

40% would recommend to a friend

(118 total reviews)
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37% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

Software Development Manager III employees have rated Amazon with 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 118 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Development Manager III professionals have a good working experience there. Amazon is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Development Manager III professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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118 reviews
5.0
Aug 26, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

The team I'm currently in is awesome (I work in something related to the Amazon Echo). My manager is great at providing guidance without micromanaging. And everyone all the way up to the SVP is friendly and collaborative. We work on cool new things and have a lot of opportunity for growth. The work is challenging, but not overwhelming to the point of destroying work/life balance. Overall my experience working at Echo/Alexa is awesome.

Cons

I've previously worked in a different team at Amazon, so I know my current experience isn't consistent across the company. You need to make sure you find a great team and a great manager. That makes all the difference in the world. Also, Amazon doesn't offer as many perks as Google or Facebook (no free meals, no free parking) so that's a small con, but it's just something you need to take into account when comparing your total compensation.

3.0
Jul 10, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

Benefits, relocation flexibility, I've meet some wonderful people that I am still in touch with even after they've left.

Cons

The hours could be better and I wish there were more opportunities to include your families. Wish I could spend more time with my family.

4.0
Jun 2, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

* You get to work with some really smart people * The company's culture and values (Leadership Principles) are not just lip-service. * A lot of business processes help improve me as an employee * Decisions are data driven

Cons

* The stack racking process is archaic and forces people to be potentially penalized for good work. * Depending on the team you join, work/life balance can be tough

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