The Place Where Smart People Go to Feel Bad About Themselves - Anonymous employee Amazon Employee Review

2.0
Jan 17, 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Young energy, customer obsession (in theory), compensation, some really talented, smart, and creative coworkers among the entry level corporate ranks. Dogs everywhere, especially golden retrievers and corgis. There are some good managers, good groups, creative thinkers who care about quality. Pretty LGBTQ-friendly, more trans-friendly than some.

Cons

Mid-level managers (L6) with no demonstrated competence are propped up and promoted up, often take credit for their direct reports' wins. No work-life balance, expected to work on vacation, postpone health care based on company schedule, underhanded management practices of competent, high-performing employees managed out or blocking an internal transfer, ostensibly for performance issues, but usually for political or personal issues. Bullies thrive and are rewarded, promotions are given to people taking credit for lower level employees' work. HR is never on your side and can provoke retaliation if activated and your manager gets wind of it. Subtle overt/covert racist and misogynistic undercurrents. VP board reporting to CEO is 11 white males and 1 white female.

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Cons

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5.0
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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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