Good company as a customer. Nightmare as an employee. - Data Center Technician Amazon Employee Review

1.0
15 Mar 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Money is decent at the start.

Cons

Workplace culture is reminiscent of a cult. You are constantly monitored at work, whether by way of metric performance or feedback questionairres. If you point out an issue at work you will no longer have a career path at the company. Leaders are seen as those who follow without question. Management aren't experienced people managers and lead by referring to a checklist. Turnover is very high among competent employees. It is more like a Fulfillment Center role than a Data Center role. Coaching programs are used to improve employee performance instead of a morale orientated approach. Employees who take time-out (vacation, paternity, sick etc.) are placed on coaching programs upon their return as their output metrics for the period of absence is calculated as "0". The job is dumbed-down on a day-to-day basis as they prepare to automate the role.

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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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