Good overall - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

4.0
18 Feb 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Interesting projects. Great people and good middle management. Nice benefits and pay. Good career opportunities but you need to fight hard for them. Good WLB. Sometimes I read in reviews horrible stories about Amazon, but that's not my experience. I guess it depends on the team you are on.

Cons

Probably common to other companies, but it's hard to get promoted. You need to fight to find opportunities to work on projects that give you visibility, and there is a lot of competition. Since Jeff left, CEO and upper level management are completely clueless.

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5.0
23 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good work environment, supportive team, flexible schedule, and great opportunity to learn new technologies.

Cons

Workload can sometimes be high and communication between teams could be improved.

5.0
10 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Business outlook

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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