Avoid - Software Development Engineer bei Amazon: Mitarbeiterbewertung

1.0
12. Feb. 2016
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Pros

There is no solid reason for working at this company.

Kontras

This review applies to the office in Vancouver, Canada. Unbelievably cheap office, furnished like a sweat-shop, with worse furniture than found in student dorms. It is possible to undergo an ergonomic evaluation and get slightly better furniture, but this generally requires a minimum wait of 2-3 months because expense approvals take forever. In the name of high density, workspaces are packed to the limit, leading to very high noise and distraction, never enough conference rooms, and never enough washrooms. That's right, long waits for washrooms is the norm, and employees are sometimes encouraged to use nearby cafes to attend nature's urgent calls. Developers are forced to write code in slow virtualized environments because the underlying platform is obsolete and no longer supported by current hardware. Development tools are abysmal. There's no on-site recruiter, and near non-existent human resources staff. On-site security consists mainly of a grumpy elderly man who prowls the office and threatens the company's own employees for not wearing their badges visibly enough.

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5.0
28. Mai 2026
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Pros

Competitive hourly pay in many locations Benefits may include health insurance and tuition assistance Flexible scheduling options at some warehouses Opportunities for overtime and extra pay Entry-level job with minimal experience required

Kontras

Physically demanding work with long hours standing or lifting Fast-paced environment with strict productivity targets Repetitive tasks can become tiring Work schedules may include nights, weekends, or holidays High stress during peak shopping seasons like holidays

5.0
10. Jan. 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.

Kontras

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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