Amazon - have fun, work hard, make history - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Jul 22, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Very bright people. I have never been bored. You can see the results of your work quickly. Innovation is encouraged. Developers have the opportunity to use new technologies. The private book signings with authors that are offered to employees are great.

Cons

There is too much work for too few people. On-call is onerous. Whether you have a good job is determined by whether you are lucky enough to have a good boss. The management is young, and can lack experience. The operational burden that falls on software development engineers can be very distracting. While there is work on improving tools, the spin up for using proprietary tools can be difficult.

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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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