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Started out great, ended up not so great

ML Data Associate
Former Employee
Worked at Amazon for 4 years
January 8, 2024
Boston, Massachusetts
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Some of the people you work with there are great. Some of the managers are personable.

Cons

You are at the bottom of the feeding chain. You WILL be micromanaged. You WILL be monitored and controlled a lot. They will make new, mundane policies to make your position miserable. These decisions make no real impact on the work you do, but only to make your life more difficult.

Example: WFH during the pandemic was great. As soon as the pandemic was "over," they wanted people back in the office with NO option to stay remote. Why? It worked for two years; why not give your employees the option?

Advice to Management

Be human. Show empathy. Continue fighting for the team you manage without selling your soul to the higher-ups.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
1.0
Culture and Values
1.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
4.0
Career Opportunities
1.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
2.0

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