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Smart But Stuck, Low Pay

Software Development Engineer (SDE)
Former Employee
Worked at Amazon for 4 years
January 24, 2024
Seattle, Washington
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros
  • Coworkers are technically strong.
  • They can learn a lot in their early career.
  • Banana.
Cons
  • Smart people, but not smart enough to leave Amazon.
  • Low base salary, 5% RSU vesting in the first year.
  • SDE Managers are powerful. Many mediocre technical managers converted from people managers.

Additional Ratings

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

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