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Intense, dysfunctional, yet satisfying

Software Development Manager
Current Employee
Has worked at Amazon for 2 years
February 10, 2013
Seattle, Washington
4.0
RecommendsPositive OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros
  • Strong, customer-focused culture
  • Work with brilliant and motivated talent
  • Decent compensation (as long as stock keeps defying gravity)
  • High degree of ownership; feel like you can make a difference
Cons
  • Micromanagement culture.
  • Senior leaders don't speak plainly; they expect you to mind-read.
  • Challenging work-life balance.
Advice to Management

Set clear and aggressive goals and expectations, then get out of the way. The micromanagement and death by status meeting is a growing problem.

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