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Good experience overshadowed by layoffs and promotion challenges

Software Development Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Amazon for 4 years
May 13, 2026
New York, NY
1.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

It was a good experience. There were top-of-the-line engineers.

Cons

There are constant layoffs and re-orgs. On-call shifts can be brutal, and it is very difficult to get promoted internally.

Additional Ratings

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

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