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Senior Software Development Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Amazon for 4 years
April 14, 2022
Austin, Texas
3.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros
  1. Great pay
  2. Learning opportunities
Cons
  1. The promo process is horrible.
  2. Hunger Games stack ranking, forced PIPs, and bad WLB.
  3. Some organizations have bureaucratic processes, e.g., Alexa (especially PEs).
  4. Worst benefits, e.g., 401k match.
Advice to Management
  1. Advocate for a simpler, less bureaucratic promo process.
  2. Imbibe people management empathy to reduce attrition.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
4.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
3.0

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