Poor Management Led to Burnout - Software Development Engineer II (SDEII) Amazon Employee Review

3.0
3 Nov 2025
Recommend
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Pros

I was fortunate enough to be able to maintain a healthy work/life balance for the most part. Compensation is very competitive.

Cons

Good management is incredibly hard to find. Orders get barked down from above and front-line managers aren't willing to stick up for the team, leading to burnout and poor decision making. Voicing concern to management about prioritization issues, team issues, or any issues really are left on deaf ears, unless you've found a good manager. Management has consistently shown a complete lack of empathy towards direct reports and you can feel the depression when you join a team meeting or interact with others.

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Cons

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5.0
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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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