Some Teams Toxic - Systems Development Engineer II Amazon Employee Review

3.0
Nov 17, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Interesting projects and technology to work on.

Cons

On some teams, jerks and prima donnas allowed to be jerks and prima donnas and get promoted for it. Benefits: In the areas of 401k matching, PTO, and lack of an Employee Stock Purchase plan, are very poor. Employee Amazon Store discount is a joke. On the surface it's a 10% discount, which sounds great, but it's capped at $100/year. That doesn't even cover a Prime membership.

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5.0
Apr 20, 2026
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Pros

Very talented co workers. Access to world class mentorship, Hyper scale projects. Nice culture

Cons

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5.0
Jan 10, 2016
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Pros

Really smart people, a lot of opportunity for growth, always encouraged to be innovative, think big, and create something new. Competitive salary and benefits with other major tech companies. 100% self motivating work environment. No dress code and 4 legged friends are welcome.

Cons

You have to be self motivated. NO ONE will hold your hand and tell you that you're doing a great job. If you need constant affirmations from management, this company isn't for you.

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