SDE Intern at AWS - Review - Software Development Engineer Intern Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Sep 4, 2019
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Pros

• worked with latest technologies such as React, Ruby on Rails, ECS, Fargate • learned how to refine the customer problem, collect requirements, create user stories, and design the architecture and workflow • learned how PM's operate in a tech company

Cons

• I was the only engineer on a team of PM's • did not start coding until later on • wasn't assigned to dev team, so didn't get feedback/guidance often • another team influenced architecture change, which caused 3 weeks of delay

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5.0
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Amazon offers an exceptional work environment with cutting-edge technology and world-class engineering challenges. The compensation package is highly competitive, including strong base salary, RSUs, and comprehensive benefits. Career growth opportunities are abundant — there are clear promotion paths and access to internal mobility across thousands of teams globally. The scale of impact is unmatched; you work on systems that serve hundreds of millions of customers worldwide. Colleagues are incredibly talented, driven, and collaborative, making every project both challenging and rewarding.

Cons

The pace can be fast and demanding at times, which requires strong time management skills. Work-life balance may vary depending on the team and project deadlines.

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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