Good company but you won't get promoted. - Risk Manager II Amazon Employee Review

4.0
16 Oct 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

My team is wonderful. There is a great work/life balance. Everyone is professional and smart. I feel constantly challenged by my managers and encouraged to explore all kinds of new ways to do our work more efficiently and to innovate.

Cons

I am underemployed. I have a license in my profession that requires 7 years of advanced schooling before sitting for that license. In contrast, MBAs are hired at a higher level than me. The promotional process has looked for a "unicorn," which is a fantastic beast that does not exist. It was great to learn here, but there is no upwards trajectory. This has a disproportionate impact on women and people of color, who are consistently hired with the same credentials as people in a traditionally higher level role than the rest of us.

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Cons

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5.0
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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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