Self-motivated engineers are rewarded - Software Development Engineer I Amazon Employee Review

4.0
17 Apr 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Every day offers opportunities to learn, and with people changing teams fairly frequently, you will never run out new interesting work.

Cons

Teammate quality varies. The best engineers are the busiest/least available, so getting help when you need it is hard (specially when you're not in person). In regards to work-life balance: I used to do a 30 minute walk during lunch at my old job. Nowadays, I eat through my lunch breaks. Sometimes you might need to work late to grind out a task without any distractions. However, this is mostly voluntary, and you can take your time back easily.

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5.0
7 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great flexibility on hours and time off

Cons

Extremely physically demanding work, different levels of work and roaring areas.

5.0
10 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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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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