Amazon Software Development Engineering I reviews

-Amazon reviews the code that is submitted to production, so you have an opportunity to grow as a developer. -My work environment is very conducive to collaboration and constant feedback -I can write code that is handling Amazon.com production traffic within a week or two. I feel like what I'm doing is actually useful. -My team has a very high standard for unit tests and other testing strategies, which in turn help you write better code. -Very flexible work hours. You can come in at 6 and leave at 2 or you can come in at 11 and leave at 7. You can work extra on some days to get an hour or two off on other days. Basically get your work done is the only standard, which makes me a lot more likely to work well. -My team has a large diversity - five nationalities, both genders. -Cereal for our floor is a plus!

Year 1: 90k base salary, 25k bonus, 10k relocation pay. Year 2-4: 90k base salary (barring a raise), mix of bonus/stock to average out at ~110k yearly compensation. Healthcare is good, dental is good. Money is decent for the seattle area. Not outrageously good and not bad. I work ~40 hours a week and am happy with my work-life balance, but I can definitely see how there is potential for a horrible time. Everything is so team dependent here. I'd advise any potential hires to take this job if it's the best offer you have, but if you're stuck with a bad team/management, find a new job asap.