Know what you're getting into - Software Development Engineer Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Nov 5, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

It's a well-respected company, and a lot of exciting things are happening. I think the company has a good long-term outlook

Cons

Pager duty (and supporting software 24/7) as an SDE. Having to coerce other teams into helping you with things. Documentation is lacking on pretty much everything, so there is a lot of frustration starting anything new.

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5.0
Mar 20, 2026
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Pros

Medical/ dental/ vision insurance, mental assistance, 401k, lawyer assistance, Career choice, VTO, PTO, vacation time

Cons

Most AMs have avoritism among employees. We get mandatory extra time (now is calling "voluntary" but you have to go when it is schedule) at the end of the year, what makes difficult for some of us when we have kids and they're really rigid about it.

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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