Lots of work - great projects - Software Development Manager II Amazon Employee Review

4.0
Aug 29, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

Very geeky environment. Everyone needs to be hands on. Lot's of useful tools, possibility to work on OpenSource projects

Cons

Big pressure. Hard to explain that changes are affecting timelines. There is no place for your gut feeling, you need to have data for everything (even for things you have not build yet). Working in different time zone than Seattle makes you being ignored if you are not willing to join meeting at 10PM every day.

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Pros

Good managers, huge focus on safety and making sure you're doing well.

Cons

You have to get your own lunch as free lunch is rarely provided.

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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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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