This place is a grind - Software Development Engineer I Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Aug 11, 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Rapid learning - Autonomy and opportunity to work on big projects - Supportive team - Organized development cycle - Got to work with modern web development technologies (GraphQL, TypeScript/JavaScript, Node.js, etc)

Cons

- Worked long hours to meet expectations (be prepared to consistently put in a little more than 8 hours a day during some periods) - Had very little time to actually deep dive into technologies due to having to meet rushed deadlines - Witnessed people being praised for getting important tasks done over the weekend - Oncall was 1 week at a time, every 3 weeks

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5.0
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Pros

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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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