Good, but not great for your tech career - Software Engineer II American Express Employee Review

4.0
Apr 1, 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

1) Flexible work schedule 2) Huge focus of diversity 3) You’re working for a huge banking company

Cons

1) Promotions can be slow 2) Technology is so far behind 3) DX is lacking 4) You’re probably going to be paid $20k-$60k below market 5) You could possibly be working 50+ hours a week but paid for 40.

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Cons

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5.0
Nov 26, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

They have fantastic pay for the position you're in, and they teach you interesting and engaging utility of modern technology mixed with legacy fundamentals. I've learned quite a bit while AmEx while getting paid more than fairly - I'd recommend a stretch here to whomever may be reading this!

Cons

The Company is huge, and at times it may take more than a little time to get recognized for your abilities and the growth you've had. There's a reason there is a "only way up is out" reputation exists for some enterprise companies...

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