Working at Amazon in Seattle, WA: 227 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Seattle, WA Area

"The company culture is very dynamic and democratic. The only thing I don't like is the utterly confusing Apollo system that they use to install code on an ancient version of RedHat that is installed as a virtual device on your computer. It can sometimes be difficult getting permission to install software that you need to do your job, but it is nowhere near as bad as what Boeing does.."

"I enjoyed working at Amazon immensely. I was working with a friend and we did interesting work together that I was uniquely suited for. Given the chance I'd work with her and the company again."

"I worked for Amazon as an intern during the summer of 2013. Amazon cares for their employees and has a productive work environment.Depending on the team, the hours can be overwhelming. However, as long as work is getting done, the environment is friendly and relaxed."

"I have been with Amazon for almost 2 years. It is a great, fast paced company where you can definitely make your own decisions and affect change. It is also a place where it is difficult to manage your work life balance."

"I find Amazon to be a strong company to be apart of. As an intern, I was given the opportunity of ownership and responsibility equal to my peers. Although a very large company, they embodied a start up mentality and allowed room for self expression. If given the opportunity, I would recommend the experience."

"It's a good place to work and learn. I learnt a lot. I'm experienced and highly in demand."

"Good. I learnt a lot and made a lot of friends. I'm in demand now."

"Amazon was everything I had ever dreamed of as a hobbyist who found his way into the big-time. It was a slice of pie and dreams that I had always wished for in a job; until I was dropped like a rock. Washington is an at-will state for employees but, I had absolutely no indication that I was to be terminated and I was told over the phone by my recruiter versus my boss. To say the least, I am very sad that they let me go because I was contributing a lot of changes to our main code branch."

"I enjoy my work and would like better work personal life balance. :)"

"I loved this place. I made many friends."

"Amazon is a great company to work for. That being said, due to its entrepreneurial culture, not everyone fits the mold. In fact, most middle managers simply do not know how to motivate in a fast-paced environment to take advantage of the lack of bureaucracy. Amazon's problem is middle management. A lot of simple minded, obtuse and inexperienced middle managers that simply do not belong. However, senior management and entry level talent is remarkable, and the company will continue to innovate."

"I have worked for Amazon since May 2013. Like any large company it has its quirks, but the leadership is innovative and the opportunities are great."

"A very good company to work and praise."