Great opportunities for growth, but limited customer impact - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

5.0
Jun 13, 2024
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Pros

My managers have all been great, and are incentivized to help me grow and get promoted. Raises have been fair and consistent. Coworkers are really nice and talented. No shortage of important work that contributes to my promotion document. Work life balance is incredible. I work maybe 6 hours a day.

Cons

They try their best, but the company is so large that teams are highly specialized. Your team tends to focus on a very narrow slice of the customer experience, which can feel low impact. As I become more senior, I write less code and find myself spending a great deal of time managing stakeholders and gathering requirements. The optimist will see this as an opportunity for growth (building more efficient operational processes). The pessimist will see this as unproductive activity.

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5.0
May 28, 2026
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Pros

Competitive hourly pay in many locations Benefits may include health insurance and tuition assistance Flexible scheduling options at some warehouses Opportunities for overtime and extra pay Entry-level job with minimal experience required

Cons

Physically demanding work with long hours standing or lifting Fast-paced environment with strict productivity targets Repetitive tasks can become tiring Work schedules may include nights, weekends, or holidays High stress during peak shopping seasons like holidays

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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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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