Smart colleagues and good experience, but layoffs loom - Software Development Engineer Apprentice Amazon Employee Review

4.0
30 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

People are smart and helpful , great place to work and gain experience in big scale project. Working hours are not long.

Cons

Layoffs, reorg, fully in person, no WFH No guarantee offer for apprentices even working for 3.5 years, while interns get return offer performance based by working for 3-6 months only (most of the time they get it)

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5.0
1 Jul 2026
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Pros

AWS has one of the most fun and interactive assessments upon applying and if you pass they almost instantly give you an interview with the recruiter.

Cons

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5.0
10 Jan 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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