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Software Development Engineer (SDE)
Current Employee
Has worked at Amazon for 2 years
January 8, 2026
Seattle, WA
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

High bar for talent, excellent technical growth opportunities, and very competitive total compensation packages.

Cons

It is a high-pressure environment where work-life balance can be difficult, and there is a heavy focus on operational excellence and on-call.

Advice to Management

Focus more on long-term employee retention and improving the work-life balance for engineering teams.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
1.0
Culture and Values
1.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2.0
Career Opportunities
4.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
1.0

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