Good pay, but stressful culture - Software Engineer II SDE2 Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Oct 18, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

pay is good, perks are good, work can be interesting

Cons

"unregretted attrition" forces managers to fire SDEs they would normally keep and train

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Pros

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Cons

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5.0
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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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