Is Amazon Web Services a good company to work for as a Web Developer?

Web Developer professionals working at Amazon Web Services have rated their employer with 3.9 out of 5 stars in 21 Glassdoor reviews. This is a higher than average score with the overall rating of Amazon Web Services employees being 3.6 out of 5 stars. Search open Web Developer Jobs at Amazon Web Services now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Web Developer interview questions at Amazon Web Services .

Does Amazon Web Services pay Web Developer employees well?

Web Developer professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Amazon Web Services with 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 21 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 5.3% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Web Developer salaries at Amazon Web Services.

How happy are Web Developer professionals working at Amazon Web Services?

69% of Web Developer employees at Amazon Web Services would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has increased by 15% in the past 12 months. Web Developer professionals have also rated Amazon Web Services with a 3.8 rating for work-life-balance, 4.0 rating for diversity and inclusion, 3.6 rating for culture and values and 3.8 rating for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Amazon Web Services?

Software Engineer (890) , Solutions Architect (510) , Software Development Engineer (SDE) (481) , Cloud Support Engineer (408) , Software Development Engineer (342) , Account Manager (298) , Program Manager (194) , Cloud Support Associate (185) , Data Center Technician (182) , Cloud Support Engineer I (163) , Software Development Engineer (SDE) II (155) , Senior Solutions Architect (140) , Cloud Support Engineer II (132) , Cloud Engineer (128) , Account Executive (120)

What are the pros of working at Amazon Web Services according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is good for an intern and there’s a lot of room for growth because it’s a huge company" ((in 1196 reviews)); "It’s fun and the people are great" ((in 753 reviews)); "Good salary and good for CV" ((in 516 reviews)); "Their health benefits is good and their career choice is helpful to start a new career." ((in 515 reviews)); "Very generous with budget (if your team is performing well and the economy is great)" ((in 447 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Amazon Web Services according to real employee reviews?

"There is no work life balance and forget about long vacations" ((in 922 reviews)); "Poor management can lead to unnecessary stress and even impact your standing within the company." ((in 430 reviews)); "You can get bad managers and or teams which can hinder growth and mental health." ((in 408 reviews)); "Poor leadership and will want to reach pip quota" ((in 246 reviews)); "Frequent layoffs without notice or explanation (employees encouraged to "focus on work" and not worry about layoff speculation)." ((in 240 reviews))

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3.9

69% would recommend to a friend

(21 total reviews)

Matt Garman

71% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Senior management

Web Developer employees have rated Amazon Web Services with 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 21 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Web Developer professionals have a good working experience there. Amazon Web Services is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Web Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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21 reviews

5.0

Jul 3, 2024

Awesome place

Web developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Amazing place to work at really

Cons

You have to bow down to managers to get promoted

2.0

May 25, 2024

overall good experience

Web developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Extensive Service Offering: AWS provides a vast array of services, covering everything from computing power, storage, and databases to machine learning, analytics, and Internet of Things (IoT). This breadth of services ensures that almost any business need can be met. Scalability: AWS excels in scalability. It allows businesses to scale up or down based on demand, making it highly flexible for startups and large enterprises alike. Global Reach: With data centers spread across multiple geographic regions, AWS ensures low latency and high availability for applications. Security: AWS offers robust security features, including compliance with numerous regulatory standards, advanced encryption, and extensive identity and access management tools. Innovation: AWS consistently introduces new services and features, often leading the industry in cloud innovation and technology advancements.

Cons

Complex Pricing: The pricing model for AWS services can be quite complex and difficult to understand, especially for new users. This can sometimes lead to unexpected costs if not managed properly. Steep Learning Curve: While powerful, the wide range of services and features can be overwhelming. New users often face a steep learning curve to effectively utilize the platform. Support Costs: While AWS offers a variety of support plans, the costs for higher-tier support can be prohibitive for smaller businesses or startups. Service Limits: There are default service limits in place for various resources which may require users to request limit increases as they scale, potentially causing delays. Dependency Risk: Heavy reliance on AWS can lead to vendor lock-in, making it challenging to migrate to other cloud providers or create a multi-cloud strategy.

5.0

Apr 14, 2024

Great

Web developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Loved job and the work life

Cons

Hours are long and tiring

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