Amazon Software Developer reviews

3.5

55% would recommend to a friend

(6,268 total reviews)
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42% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

Software Developer Engineer employees have rated Amazon with 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 6,268 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer Engineer professionals have a good working experience there. Amazon is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer Engineer professionals compared to other employers within the Informatique industry (3.9 stars).

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6K reviews
4.0
Feb 6, 2026

good

Recommend
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Pros

Amazon offers exposure to large-scale distributed systems, high-traffic production environments, and modern cloud technologies, especially through its strong connection to AWS. Engineers often gain valuable experience in system design, scalability, and operational excellence, which are highly regarded in the industry. Compensation and benefits are generally competitive, and the company’s size allows opportunities to move between teams and work on diverse products. However, there are also drawbacks.

Cons

. Work-life balance can vary widely, and some engineers report that the performance review system and emphasis on measurable output create stress

3.0
Feb 5, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Pros Competitive compensation and solid benefits Exposure to large-scale systems and fast-paced projects Strong coworkers — many smart, driven people Opportunities to learn quickly and take ownership early

Cons

Cons Work-life balance can be inconsistent, especially during peak periods High pressure environment with demanding goals and tight deadlines Management quality varies widely by team Culture can feel metrics-driven and stressful over the long term

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