Learn to Launch cool stuff. - Software Development Manager Amazon Employee Review

3.0
May 10, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Lots of smart people. Learned how to define, build and launch products in resource constrained environment. Everything I have worked on launched and had customer adoption.

Cons

Amazon doesn't invest in people, but career development happens as a by product. We are packed in like sardines. Frugal core value is really just code for cheap. I once went on a business dinner with an out of town team and senior managers wanted everyone to pay for their own dinner ridicules.

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5.0
Apr 27, 2026
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Pros

Lots of mentorship and opportunities

Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Recommend
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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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