Experience at Amazon varies by team - Software Development Engineer I Amazon Employee Review

5.0
Dec 21, 2012
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Pros

Highly decentralized work environment - every team has its own culture. So pick the right team A very talented set of people to work with at that time

Cons

Lethargy? I don't know how else to put it. Things move really slow. Painfully slow. Easy to lose motivation.

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5.0
Jun 9, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Excellent place to work - learn a lot.

Cons

Work can be very demanding.

5.0
Jan 10, 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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