Above average pay with extremely high expectations - Software Engineer II SDE2 Amazon Employee Review

2.0
Jan 8, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

- High pay - Many global locations with opportunity to transfer - Build at scale - Fast interview turnaround time

Cons

- "Pirate Ship" culture - Constant pressure, everything needs to be done tomorrow - Working long hours is normal - Working weekends is normal - Significant management in-group-bias - Expected to cancel travel plans last minute if a co-worker gets sick

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5.0
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Pros

AWS has one of the most fun and interactive assessments upon applying and if you pass they almost instantly give you an interview with the recruiter.

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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