Decent starting place but outgrew the limitations - Software Development Engineer (SDE) Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Aug 13, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Great learning environment for junior developers with supportive senior staff who genuinely care about mentoring. Flexible remote work policy implemented even before COVID. Small team means your work has real impact and visibility. Company provides latest development tools and equipment. Regular team lunches and genuinely friendly coworkers made the daily experience enjoyable.

Cons

Limited advancement opportunities due to flat organizational structure and slow company growth. Compensation falls behind market rates, especially after first year. Projects often lack clear requirements leading to frequent scope changes and deadline pressure. No formal performance review process makes it difficult to track career progress. Benefits package is basic compared to larger tech companies.

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5.0
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Pros

Great ambient and flex time, you can choise your own shifts.

Cons

Choise your shifts is like a race with the others workers.

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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