Noncompetitve pay but great work life balance - Software Engineer-II American Express Employee Review

4.0
Jun 26, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

amazing work life balance 99% of the people I meet or work alongside are cool and capable 4 extra days off with summer-flex good benefits

Cons

Pay truly isn't competitive -- you can certainly earn more for your experience elsewhere (but its made up for with the great work/life balance) Seems like we get a re-org once a year almost with no warning or say in the matter

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5.0
Jul 21, 2026
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Pros

good work life balance overall

Cons

not enough of a challenge

5.0
Nov 26, 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

They have fantastic pay for the position you're in, and they teach you interesting and engaging utility of modern technology mixed with legacy fundamentals. I've learned quite a bit while AmEx while getting paid more than fairly - I'd recommend a stretch here to whomever may be reading this!

Cons

The Company is huge, and at times it may take more than a little time to get recognized for your abilities and the growth you've had. There's a reason there is a "only way up is out" reputation exists for some enterprise companies...

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