Good career opportunities, but rarely a lifetime career - Software Development Engineer I Amazon Employee Review

4.0
Jun 30, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

- Very smart coworkers - Great opportunity to grow and learn internally through various tech talks, principal engineer talks, conferences, and as nature of the work - Decent benefits throughout tenure

Cons

- On-call culture can be toxic - Job perks are only okay for the size of company - Work/life balance isn't pushed from a corporate level, but from a manager level

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Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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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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