The average tenure for an Amazon employee is 9 to 12 months... - Anonymous employee Amazon Employee Review

2.0
7 Dec 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Nice office Knowledgeable teams in the US Better than average pay

Cons

Zero work life balance Corporate culture (nothing like Google or Facebook) Disparity and lack of communication with cross functional teams, departments and senior management Amazon's peculiar ways Still very much a US centric company Gaps in knowledge Basically if you want a rundown of why not to work at Amazon, read any recent articles about their culture at Tech Insider, BuzzFeed and NY Times, they're spot on.

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5.0
28 May 2026
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Pros

Competitive hourly pay in many locations Benefits may include health insurance and tuition assistance Flexible scheduling options at some warehouses Opportunities for overtime and extra pay Entry-level job with minimal experience required

Cons

Physically demanding work with long hours standing or lifting Fast-paced environment with strict productivity targets Repetitive tasks can become tiring Work schedules may include nights, weekends, or holidays High stress during peak shopping seasons like holidays

5.0
10 Jan 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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