Prepare to work your butt off - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Oct 30, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Fun and challenging problems every day. I get to work alongside and learn from some of the smartest people I know. There are so many ways to have a big impact on millions of people. A chance to participate in history.

Cons

Its really challenging to keep a good work life balance here, and that seems to be by design. It's a bit of a chaotic environment and isn't always the easiest place to get things done.

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5.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

- Access to latest tech - High pay - Work at scale - Full Agentic

Cons

- sometimes process takes time - restricted to use internal tools

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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