A Nightmare - Software Development Engineer I Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Apr 13, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

compensation is ok, but the hours you have to work and politics you endure are terrible.

Cons

- clean code and test coverage zealots - withold feedback and pip you with no time to recover - everything is urgent - deliver results is the only leadership principle that matters. - it is no longer Day 1 - only add rules/regulations, never remove them - lots of meetings

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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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