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Decent pay but poor culture and bar lowering management pushing out high bar employees via layoffs/PIP

Software Development Engineer II
Current Employee
Has worked at Amazon for 9 years
August 9, 2026
Hyderābād
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Decent pay, good tools, tech.

Cons

There was bad WLB, poor culture, and unrealistic expectations, along with a lack of vision from leadership, especially the CEO. Software Development Management lowers the bar.

Advice to Management

There is a need to put more trust and belief in ICs than in management. Management needs to be replaced.

Additional Ratings

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

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