Very Very Driven - Senior Software Engineer Amazon Employee Review

4.0
15 May 2018
Recommend
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Pros

This is the place where employees can make things happen and affect outcomes. The culture allows you to as high as required to solve your problems as long as you have data. Most of the work is highly critical and VP level visibility is common

Cons

It is a very Darwinian work place; there is constant change and resetting of direction to the extent that real progress is slowed down; everybody is always in "every man for himself" fight mode. You need to develop a militant mindset to thrive here.

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5.0
27 Jun 2026
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Pros

Good managers, huge focus on safety and making sure you're doing well.

Cons

You have to get your own lunch as free lunch is rarely provided.

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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