Ask HN: Choose Between eBay and Amazon

Just like programming languages vary in power (PG Quote), company's brand value also varies in power. Having said that, it is equally important or probably more that you are part of the right team.

I would suggest you find out from your recruiter if you have a team matching option where you can speak with multiple teams.

As you are a recent graduate, you need to pick the team that has good mentors who really care about the RCG, help him ramp up and grow. You must add more objective parameters than just this to pick the right team. If you are just assigned a team, then it might be a game of luck!

Being in the right team is more important than being in a more branded company. There is a lot of time in your career, laying down a good foundation now is most critical IMHO. Wish you the best.

I'd say neither is bad, but if I had those two options I'd go AWS. I personally think you will learn more (diversity) at AWS and it will set you up for later career choices better than eBay. Also might depend what groups within those two you are getting offers from, but I still would think AWS.

Go to Amazon. It's the clear choice. You'll make more money and learn more along the way.

eBay is a dinosaur at this point.

Go to AWS. Generally a more values brand in the job market.

Hey thanks for the info. I really appreciate it.