Hire the best, and then empower them to make the company great - Software Development Manager Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Nov 9, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The company hires really smart people and create a great product that really focuses on the end user.

Cons

Micromanagement is pervasive through out the company. This appears come from the top down of diving deep. There appears to very little trust that the smart people they hire can make the right decisions.

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5.0
May 22, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Decent pay. Great Benefits, Room to promote

Cons

Long hours, day to day can be challenging

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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