Bureaucracy and Management setting you up for failure. - Software Development Engineer (SDE) II Amazon Employee Review

2.0
Mar 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Amazon has loads of good points. i.e compensation compared to other companies and getting to see lots of systems.

Cons

Bureaucracy rules this company. Managers easily can set you up for failure because of political reasons. They claim to be a day-1 company but it's no longer true.

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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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