I think Amazon is not as bad as people harp on. However, other FAANG's definitely pay more, have better benefits, give refreshers, and also don't have a culture which heavily emphasizes PIPs.
Since Amazon interviews are similar to other FAANGs, people who pass an Amazon interview have a higher correlation of passing other interviews. Those FAANGs and associated companies tend to have a higher value proposition so people tend to choose them.
Since Amazon interviews are similar to other FAANGs, people who pass an Amazon interview have a higher correlation of passing other interviews. Those FAANGs and associated companies tend to have a higher value proposition so people tend to choose them.