Good place to grow and learn - Software Development Manager Amazon Employee Review

4.0
9 Jan 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

1. Steep learning curve. Has a very strong culture of ownership and freedom. You will learn both as IC and Manager. 2. Lot of growth opportunities. You can easily move to different teams and work on interesting projects 3. Salary and Brand on resume

Cons

1. Work life balance is not healthy. You will easily work 60-80 hours a work if you want to be better than average. 2. Too much focus on promotions. Everyone is always evaluating how will the given task help them in promotion. 3. Not a lot of after office bonhomie. People are loaded with work and any free time goes to the family. Even you developers do not like to spend time with team members. Company culture does not promote/sponsor too many events for team bonding.

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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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