Challenging but rewarding - Associate Solutions Architect Amazon Employee Review

5.0
17 Apr 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Great company culture, we are all treated as leaders. You learn a lot and you learn it quickly. Tons of resources to draw from and for the most part everyone just wants to help everyone else. Really live by the leadership principles its not just a gimmick. Extremely rewarding job not just monetarily but also in the relationship and skills you build.

Cons

Work will often take more than 8hrs a day to complete. There is a strong possibility that you'll require weekend/off hours to stay productive. You're encouraged to set time aside for professional development but that is not reflected in the workload you're given so often times your professional development will come during off hours. Often times it may feel like you're being "thrown to the wolves" but it is important to remember that there are tons of resources (including your managers) that are willing to help if you need it.

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5.0
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Pros

access to ton of gpus unlimited claude usage people are very smart 1+ free coffee everyday in a cafe lots of company perks

Cons

no free lunch cafeterias are closed at 4pm

5.0
10 Jan 2016
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Recommend
CEO approval
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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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