May randomly fire you. - Systems Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

1.0
15 Dec 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Cool projects to work on, and gain a lot of experience.

Cons

After 3 years of successful work, I was called into a meeting with my manager, except HR was present. And it felt like HR was ganging up on me to admit I was trying to do something I did not do. I had no time to make any attempt to gather paperwork or anything to counter their arguments. They promptly terminated me and sent me on my way, after even asking if there was anything I could do to help them. Also they will fight you on unemployment benefits. HR in meeting stated one reason for firing. While unemployment received a different reason for firing. I feel pretty betrayed by the company and will not work for them again. Kind of bummed as I enjoyed the field of work. I now realized why everyone including my manager joked about getting randomly fired. It happens. Be careful of when you work here and have a plan.

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5.0
10 Jan 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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