They say what they mean, they mean what they say - Tech Business Development Amazon Employee Review

5.0
Dec 25, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Amazon's culture and principles are well defined and curated and managed like all of their products. Fundamentally, they have actively removed the ambiguity around decision making and process that exists in so many other places. While this rigor may seem stern, it is a welcome change from my previous employers. The Leadership Principles are real: these define how decisions are made and govern interactions. What is expected is actually written down. What is valued and how that's incorporated into decision making is actually written down. Most other companies "value statements" are only things to put on glossy brouchers, but do not impact how they make decisions. The thought that's gone into how Amazon runs itself is exactly what has made it so effective in producing for its customers. For such a large organization, it has a clear and consistent approach, and it's a pleasure to work in this environment.

Cons

It's a very large and rigorous company. If you want the ambiguity that some think enables creativity, you'll find in a start-up, you'll miss that here. I've grown to think the rigor in thought process has enabled more creativity as well as execution than it has stifled.

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5.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Pros

Good place to work, fun and fast paced. Good benefits.

Cons

Some shifts have odd hours like late at night through the morning.

5.0
Jan 10, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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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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