Good company to work (just good) - Software Development Engineer I Amazon Employee Review

4.0
Jan 31, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

- Good compensation - Well known company (people will ask you) - Plenty of time to prepare (3 months) before your first line of code

Cons

- I don't fell motivated (< 3 months doing my Embark stuff) - You will work with many legacy systems - Don't expect to see geniuses. Amazon is a company that hires many people, and the hiring bar isn't as high as they say - In the contract you will work more than 40 hours per week. 9 am to 6:48 pm + 1 hour for lunch. Total per week: 44 hours - After the pandemic, everyone will need to return to the office. That is part of Amazon culture

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5.0
Jun 12, 2026
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Pros

Great room for growth, amazing learning opportunities for early career

Cons

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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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