Challenging work with great scale and smart peers. - Software Development Engineer (SDE) Amazon Employee Review

2.0
8 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

High bar for talent, excellent technical growth opportunities, and very competitive total compensation packages.

Cons

High pressure environment, work-life balance can be difficult, and heavy focus on operational excellence/on-call.

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5.0
10 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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