Great learning opportunities coupled with unrealistic role expectations - Technical Program Manager II Amazon Employee Review

3.0
May 28, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Compensation, stocks, diverse learning environments. I've been at Amazon for more than 4 years now and can honestly say I've dealt with every possible scenario a TPM could deal with. My teams have always had smart, motivated individuals who are also team players.

Cons

Unrealistic expectations, no work-life balance In the name of being frugal, the company tends to cut corners (read not hire more folks). Also career advancement is a hit or miss depending on how much your manager can swing for you, not based on what you were actually able to accomplish.

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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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