Not a Day 1 company anymore - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

4.0
Oct 9, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Wide variety of work, complex problems to solve that we don't see in normal SaaS company - Some very knowledgeable SDEs - Focus on writing and getting designs/ideas fleshed out - sometimes feel pain but gives better results

Cons

- RTO - Unnecessarily complicated promo process - constant pressure of delivering and gathering projects/data points to show you are ready for next level

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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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