Keeps you challenged and interested - Database Engineer Amazon Employee Review

4.0
May 30, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

A lot of interesting smart colleagues with backgrounds from all around the world to learn from (technically and culturally). Huge company , yet still allowed to own your own projects and try out things , just show that it makes sense using data. I work for Amazon Web Services specifically and enjoy having an own account in which I can experiment. Working on projects that have real impact to other people is very satisfying. Nice working environment.

Cons

A lot depends on your direct manager I switched manager a few times and really noticed the difference. One of my mangers was just trying to do too much things himself and due to that failed to perform his responsibilities as a manager (at least I felt that way for the parts I was involved in with him). He also would say he'd action things for you while not coming through. Under him it was also much more difficult to maintain a healthy work life balance. Probably without the time under this manager I would even have given a 5 star overall rating.

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5.0
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Pros

Hybrid work (3 days a week), good team atmosphere, small sales teams, limited travel

Cons

a lot of shifts in upper management currently

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
Anonymous employee
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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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