Great career opportunities, if you have a good manager - Software Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

4.0
Feb 5, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

*Awesome people to work it and learn from *Great options for changing teams every couple of years (Amazon is working in so many spaces, you can move easily without leaving) *Good opportunity to have more leadership *Amazon is publicly traded so RSUs add to base salary *3-4 weeks paid vacation/sick time per year *Ability to work from home when necessary (sick or run an errand)

Cons

*Depending on your manager, might work long hours *On-Call (pager) duties typically 1 week per month *Annual raises do not keep up with market value *No catered meals

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Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 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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