Not for me - Senior Software Development Manager Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Jul 20, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Money, RSUs, you can find good people everywhere -even at Amazon. They are miserable like you are and you keep each other sane and motivated in spite of the culture.

Cons

"the way we create leaders is to throw them in a pool and watch them drowning and then throw rocks at them" -- this may not be a con for everyone. It works for some people. It does not work for me.

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5.0
Dec 18, 2025
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Pros

Amazon pushes you to always be thinking bigger, improving your processes, and becoming more agile

Cons

Not for the faint of heart looking for a company where you can coast or fly under the radar

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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