Work you to the bones with no appreciation-stay away - Program Manager Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Feb 27, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- good solid company to have on your CV - an abundance of information ( just need to find out where to get it!) - some extremely bright people ( but lack any people skills)

Cons

- poor knowledge sharing - watch out for HR as they will say anything to you to get you in the company. Please don't trust them. I was told that they would help my partner get a job in Luxembourg and when I moved over they did nothing to help - senior management are extremely poor in relaying requirements and have no idea about appropriate work levels - hours are horrendous, I work from 830am till 9pm and sometimes need to take calls from Seattle at 1130pm - package is extremely poor compared to expenses in Luxembourg (please do all the maths before you move over) - performance reviews are ridiculous. Your rating is given to you without any discussion or feedback - asking questions is deemed to be seen as push back or not learning fast enough - attrition is extremely high for very obvious reasons - no team spirit

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Pros

Amazon pushes you to always be thinking bigger, improving your processes, and becoming more agile

Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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