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An exciting yet challenging environment with very high intensity

Software Development Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Amazon for 4 years
March 24, 2013
Seattle, Washington
2.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

Very smart development staff implementing academic computer science solutions to meet the incredibly large scale of data and transactions.

Cons

Very intense environment requiring huge commitment without any room for work/life balance. Say goodbye to your family and any hobbies during your tenure.

Advice to Management

Stack ranking places peers in direct competition, limiting collaboration among individuals as well as teams. Managers hold absolute sway over their reports. Abandon stack ranking.

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