If work/life balance is important to you, DO NOT accept a position at Amazon. - Program Manager II Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Nov 16, 2011
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Pros

The salary and signing bonus are pretty good. Amazon might look good on your resume. You may gain a good reference or two.

Cons

Pay is ultimately lower than most companies, due to the number of hours required to perform the three jobs you are doing, for the one job offer you accepted. Too many meetings, not enough meeting minutes. Lack of communication between departments. Fighting fires daily can grow tiresome. Unrealistic project deployment dates. No work/life balance.

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5.0
Jan 28, 2026
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Pros

nice people good leadership team

Cons

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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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