Helpful coworkers but hindered by bureaucracy and politics - Software Engineer Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Apr 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Generally nice and helpful coworkers and good to gain experience

Cons

Lots of middle management and bureacracy make it hard to do anything. Office politics can get in the way of promos, etc

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Pros

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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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