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Re:Ask HN: How much do you make at Amazon? Here is how much ... by boren_ave11 on Friday March 18, 2016 @04:34PM (#11314755)
Stock isn't a one-time thing.

RSUs are frequently given during annual performance reviews to employees with good reviews. For my first annual review I received a score of "Exceeds" which is second from the highest. For that, I got 35 RSUs worth roughly $19K when they vest (at current price).

In theory, good employees will continue to receive stock grants that vest over time, thus creating incentives to both stay and to perform well.

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Re:Ask HN: How much do you make at Amazon? Here is how much ... by serge2k on Friday March 18, 2016 @05:13PM (#11315102)
Key words, when they vest.

I walked away with close to 100k on the table over the next 2 years because I couldn't stand the place anymore. Their golden handcuffs are awful.

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