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Amazon Lab126 reviews

3.3

63% would recommend to a friend

(15 total reviews)

Jeff Bezos

69% approve of CEO

52% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Career opportunities

3.0

Work/Life balance

2.9

Culture & values

2.7

Senior management

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2.0
Oct 22, 2025

Innovative Hardware Hub with Leadership Hurdles

Epm manager
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Innovation Legacy: Lab126 developed iconic products like the Kindle, Fire TV, and Echo, giving employees a chance to work on high-impact consumer tech. - Access to Advanced Tools: Teams use high-performance computing (HPC) and machine learning to accelerate product development and simulate complex scenarios. - Diverse Career Paths: Employees report strong career opportunities and exposure to multidisciplinary teams, from hardware reliability to software integration. - Global Reach: Products developed here serve millions worldwide, offering a sense of scale and influence. - Engineering Culture: The lab emphasizes rigorous testing and iterative design, including stress-testing devices in reliability labs.

Cons

- Morale and Leadership Challenges: Recent layoffs and leadership changes have reportedly led to morale issues and uncertainty about the division’s future direction. - Work-Life Balance: Reviews suggest that work-life balance can be strained, especially during product launch cycles. - Management Structure: Some employees cite issues with senior management and internal communication, which may hinder agility. - Competitive Pressure: Lab126 faces intense competition in the smart device market, especially in voice assistants, which can affect project prioritization and long-term vision. - Legacy vs. Innovation Tension: Balancing maintenance of legacy products with pushing new boundaries can create strategic friction.

4.0
Feb 1, 2025

Just Alright

Senior research scientist
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The work was often interesting and somewhat ambitious.

Cons

The group lacked diversity. Appraisal of work could be arbitrary.

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