Challenging work overshadowed by toxic escalation culture - Program Manager Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Jul 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Reasonable pay, challenging work on interesting projects.

Cons

Escalation culture, pressure cooker pitting employees against each other, stack ranking pressure to consistently push perceived low performers out through badgering and stress tests. Poor communication and collaboration across teams. (Ghosting is very common.) Constant fear of lay-offs or unwarranted negative performance reviews.

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5.0
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Pros

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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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