Amazon Referral Bonus Guide for Tech and Product Roles

Amazon offers a referral program that rewards employees for referring qualified candidates who are subsequently hired. This program is particularly attractive in the tech and product sectors, where talent acquisition is highly competitive. Here's a detailed overview of the referral bonuses, focusing on tech and product roles.

Referral Bonus Structure

Amazon's referral bonuses vary depending on the role and level of the position being filled. Here is a breakdown of the typical bonuses for tech and product roles:

Tech/Product Roles

1. Software Development Engineers (SDEs)

   • Levels: SDE-I, SDE-II, SDE-III
   • Bonus Estimates:
     • SDE-I: $1,000 - $2,000
     • SDE-II: $2,000 - $4,000
     • SDE-III: $4,000 - $6,000

2. Product Managers (PMs)

   • Levels: PM-I, PM-II, Senior PM
   • Bonus Estimates:
     • PM-I: $1,500 - $3,000
     • PM-II: $3,000 - $5,000
     • Senior PM: $5,000 - $7,000

3. Data Scientists

   • Levels: Junior, Mid-Level, Senior
   • Bonus Estimates:
     • Junior: $1,500 - $2,500
     • Mid-Level: $2,500 - $4,500
     • Senior: $4,500 - $6,500

4. UX/UI Designers

   • Levels: Junior, Mid-Level, Senior
   • Bonus Estimates:
     • Junior: $1,000 - $2,000
     • Mid-Level: $2,000 - $3,500