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      4.0
      25 Feb 2016
      Software development engineer ii
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      Pros

      Focused on results. Strong business. Diverse business. Lightweight development process. Lots of smart people. Great benefits. Great pay. Seattle is a great city to live and work in.

      Cons

      Seems hard to get rid of bad people. Some groups are better than others. SDE leveling has too few steps. It's hard to go from level 2 to 3.

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      5.0
      15 Jun 2026
      Technical infrastructure program manager
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Great challenges in the data center space

      Cons

      High ambiguity in success criteria

      5.0
      10 Jan 2016
      Anonymous employee
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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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