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Software Development Engineer II
Current Employee
Has worked at Amazon for 1 year
March 24, 2023
Guadalajara, Jalisco
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros
  • Good payment.
  • A lot of challenges and resources to learn and get experience.
  • Nice to have on your resume.
  • Good for new grads.
Cons
  • You will have to work at least 50+ hours a week to meet your manager(s) expectations.
  • Constant fear of layoffs.
  • PIP culture encourages the vast majority of employees to think on their own benefit instead of the common goals of the company.
  • A lot of inexperienced managers that don't care about helping you grow in your career.
  • Prepare to be on-call at least once every two months.

Additional Ratings

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

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