RTO is killing any motivation I had left - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

3.0
16 Aug 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

1. Relative freedom when it comes to most technology choices (as long as you can make case for it not hampering operational excellence, you can use any programming language you want). 2. Lower level management is generally understanding of personal circumstances.

Cons

1. Despite their original promise that RTO will not affect virtual employees (on the eve of COVID many people were hired as 100% Virtual/Remove without an office assignment), the company is now asking us to either move to one of the hub locations or quit. 2. Despite the claims that "you own your career at Amazon", promotion process above L5 depends more on people around you than on your own merit.

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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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