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3.6

62% would recommend to a friend

(2,593 total reviews)
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Matt Garman

52% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

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Pros

The pay is good, but the high cost of living makes the location difficult and everything feels expensive. The only benefit is the free bananas.

Cons

Amazon’s work culture is a masterclass in redefining “ownership” as “everything is your problem, immediately.” Priorities change hourly, yet somehow everything is P0. Planning feels optional; urgency is the real framework. “Quick sync?” usually means “drop whatever you’re doing.” You’ll get very good at operating in controlled chaos — mostly because there’s no alternative. Management (desi managers) expectations are sky-high, context is selective, and getting a review can feel like you’re pitching a startup for funding. Deliverables are urgent, recognition is conditional, and stability is… philosophical. Even after working nonstop and hitting targets, you’re never quite sure whether you’re building impact or just building your exit story for the next round of layoffs. Competitive pay helps — mostly as a reminder that at least the stress is market-aligned.

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