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      Software Development Manager - Software Development Manager Amazon Employee Review

      4.0
      Feb 23, 2018
      Software development manager
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      Pros

      Lots of autonomy and ability to run your teams as you see best.

      Cons

      Top -down driving of SVP Goals leads to misalignment among teams and no clear ownership (when shared) which leads to a lot of churn and wasted sense of urgency. Everyone working on a goal because it's an "STEAM" or "SVP" goal - not because it's necessarily the "right" goal..

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      5.0
      May 17, 2026
      Software engineer 1
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      Pros

      -Great team and manager -Lots of resources to learn -Flexible

      Cons

      -Pace can be brutal -Can have lots of meetings

      5.0
      Jan 10, 2016
      Anonymous employee
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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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