The AWS manager said... - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

2.0
Apr 26, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

There are great engineers all over the company. And the older divisions, like retail and supply chain are reasonably paced and supported.

Cons

AWS was horrible. When I told a manager I was working harder than I'd ever worked he replied "Well, I don't want you to work 80 hours a week." And I thought, great, your threshold for overwork is 20 hours past mine. Also, the pay really isn't great. When I left my salary went up at least 10% and my time working dropped 20%.

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5.0
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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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