Research your position and your Manager before Joining - Senior Technical Program Manager Amazon Employee Review

1.0
May 16, 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- fast paced - interesting work - always shipping is addictive

Cons

- no process (its day one every day and that is not a good thing) - high level politics force astounding attrition - limited growth - 80 hour work weeks for L6 (Senior) staff If you do not change teams every year, it is likely you will get managed out before you realize your RSUs, so don't bet the farm on any total comp offered. There is little if any career development unless you luck out on a decent manager and skip manager, but even in those cases, there is no stability in reporting chains.

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
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Pros

Long days but rewarding if you work with a good team and leadership group

Cons

long days and long weeks

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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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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