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Good pay; bad culture

Software Development Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Amazon for 2 years
March 25, 2026
New York, NY
2.0
Doesn't RecommendDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

There was competitive pay, a remote work culture at the time, and a really kind team.

Cons

There are bureaucratic pressures to perform, a PIP culture, virtually minimal benefits, and no free company snacks or food. The benefits are the absolute minimum as required by law.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
1.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
4.0
Compensation and Benefits
3.0
Senior Management
1.0

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