Not worth it - Software Engineer Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Dec 27, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Salary is higher than average for the sector obviously

Cons

Reorganizations happen so often that it’s hard to grow or develop meaningfully. The culture feels impersonal, with employees treated more like resources than individuals. Compensation is largely disconnected from individual impact, and the overall technical bar is quite low. If you can get into Amazon, you probably have better options.

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5.0
Jul 4, 2026
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Pros

Cross training that helps for faster growth and more experience.

Cons

Sometimes you gotta hurry and find equipment or pit equipment before others snag them and leave you with the “bad” ones. That take forever to get repaired.

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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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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