Great Opportunity to Work With Tons of Smart People - Systems Engineer Amazon Employee Review

5.0
7 Oct 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Opportunity to work with lots of super smart people Plenty of opportunity to contribute meaningfully at any level I haven't seen the problems with power plays, politics, or management egos that I hear about in other big companies.

Cons

It's a big company, and some orgs/teams are much better to work for than others. Marketplace is great. I hear great things about AWS. FBA is struggling to keep developers and good managers.

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5.0
28 May 2026
Recommend
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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
10 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
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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