SDE 2 - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

1.0
May 31, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

1. Exposure to Scaling things. 2. If not anything else you will learn a lot abt AWS services. 3. These days they are promoting knowledge. 4. Jeff is a cool guy.

Cons

1. Ppl aren't as smart as u think when the name amazon comes to your mind, they are just slightly above average or average, this may be due to poor hiring process. 2. Seniors still favors processes much more than outcomes. 3. Because of their frugality as one of the leadership principle, you feel like you are working for a typical MNC, with no freebies or dull and boring environment. 4. It's an organization where ppl tries to please each other, caus if u very smart it won't matter, you will not be allowed to go forward with your design, you will have to convince others, and as I said "others" are not smart, so smart ppl can really​ have a hard time here.

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Pros

Organized, clear impact, fun team, lots to learn

Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Recommend
CEO approval
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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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