Amazon is the worse company to work for. You will feel like a cog in the machine - Software Development Engineer (SDE) Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Jan 28, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Interesting fun techy work lots of scale smart enjoyable coworkers

Cons

There are more Cons than pros. Management is toxic. The work can be fun but managers are pushed by the higher up to micromanage and push and backstab. You still be attacked for doing good things. For example: one of my colleague fought to make development process better and he was attacked for it when things were taking longer then expected even though the work helped the team tremendously. This CEO (Andy Gassy) is the worst CEO i have worked for. He does not care about his employees. From employing people for remote roles, then focing 3 day RTO (which impacted people who bought homes far from work location), then switching to 5 day RTO while wanting engineers to stay longer at work. Then the constant layoffs with little to no communication. They way this company handles layoffs is evil. You are treated like a criminal. Difficult to be promoted Little to no days off (only major holidays)

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5.0
May 28, 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
Jan 10, 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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