I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Amazon (Coffeyville, KS) in Dec 2013
Interview
Several phone interviews based around technical knowledge. Then 1 on-site interview with 2 managers, 1 lead, and an HR rep. The process took only 2 weeks. After they submitted an offer to me, I was asked to start work within 5 days. It was a little rough moving and getting settled in on that short notice, but my hiring occurred during their peak season, so I understand that they were in need of help.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The technical questions weren't difficult. The greatest challenge came from being asked to give examples of where I used specific leadership principles (they provide each principle) in previous job situations. I was fortunate that my recruiter provided me with an outline of how I could expect the interview to go. I studied a textbook for the technical part, and studied Amazon history, leadership principles, and culture.