Bulk of the work involved running the existing beast, rather than thinking about new innovative solutions - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

3.0
9 Feb 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

1) Great People - Amazon hires the best in the industry 2) Great Technology - With dozens and dozens of 'home grown' systems (both good and not so good) 3) Great Processes

Cons

1) Limited exposure to customers, sitting in India 2) Pressure can sometimes get overwhelming 3) The beeping pager in the middle of the night

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5.0
18 Dec 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Amazon pushes you to always be thinking bigger, improving your processes, and becoming more agile

Cons

Not for the faint of heart looking for a company where you can coast or fly under the radar

5.0
10 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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