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Don't Work for Amazon

Software Development Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Amazon for 2 years
January 4, 2021
Seattle, Washington
1.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Competitive Salary Knowledgeable Colleagues Nice Offices Happy Hours

Cons

Helicopter Managers Vesting schedule too long Backstabbing mentality bred into workers Unrealistic expectations Cutthroat

Advice to Management

The worst place to work. It made me develop anxiety over the course of a year. The manager would break me down every chance he got. I never felt like I was contributing, even when I delivered.

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
2.0

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