Amazon

Really, Amazon is better than people make it sound. Before coming here, many of my Software Engineering coworkers warned me that Amazon would work me 12+ hours a day, that it was cutthroat, and that if I slipped up even a little I'd be out.

After arriving here, however, I see that's not the case. I work a normal 8-hour day, my coworkers and managers are incredible and personable. I've made mistakes, and the company doesn't hold it against me. I love working on a first-class team. I don't have to worry about whether somebody actually knows how to program, because I know that Amazon did its due diligence in hiring the best. And it shows.

When workplace issues do arise, my manager handles them quickly, and I'm left happy and able to focus on the technical issues.

Acronyms are everywhere and make very little sense. Be prepared to look them up often.

Fewer leaks, please. Haha.