Management Circus Sideshow - Design Engineer Amazon Employee Review

1.0
Jul 4, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

An employment machine, hiring quickly and aggressively in such a way that it's net inevitably catches some amazing and diverse talent. Unfortunately, the same cog and wheel infrastructure, operated by ego-driven, immature and vapid managers who's main HR mantra is to find the weakest link and "manage them out." Truly disgusting .

Cons

Managers and Directors play petty mind games and favorites, in an effort to belittle and "break down" strong personalities. These are people you avoided in high school and college, who are now playing cliquish side show games to pit creative people against each other. I was literally told by my manager that they purposefully challenge people to see what their limitation are and what they're able to take. This includes pointing out weaknesses while not mentioning strengths and successes, lacking in any competent mentorship, and severe hierarchies (although they claim their a "flat organization" where you're encouraged to "talk with anyone above you"....don't believe it for a second, they all fear tarnishing their "image" and consider their position and yours in all their interactions....it's boot camp all day long).

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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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