Life at AWS
Welcome to Life at AWS. These employee stories feature our amazing people sharing their perspectives, personal journeys, and insights on working at AWS. Explore the many ways our culture of innovation, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) efforts, and continual opportunities for career growth and professional fulfillment empower our team members to build the future they want at AWS.
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Our culture
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How we support our builders
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Tools for building equity and breaking down structural barriers
How the Black Employee Network empowers Black employees to thrive at Amazon and AWS
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