HQ Function

Serves as the central hub for Amazon's global operations, housing core corporate functions, executive leadership, and R&D for various divisions including e-commerce, AWS, and devices.

Notable Features:

The iconic 'Spheres' – three glass-domed conservatories filled with diverse flora, serving as an employee workspace and lounge. The campus features numerous modern buildings, dog-friendly policies, and extensive employee amenities integrated into the urban environment.

Work Culture:

Characterized by its '16 Leadership Principles,' including Customer Obsession, Ownership, and Invent and Simplify. Known for a fast-paced, data-driven, and innovative environment that encourages 'Day 1' thinking (approaching every day like it's the first day of a startup).

HQ Significance:

HQ1 is the nerve center of Amazon's worldwide empire, driving innovation and strategy. Its development has significantly reshaped Seattle's South Lake Union area and set trends for urban tech campuses.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design reflects Amazon's values of innovation (e.g., The Spheres), sustainability (LEED-certified buildings), and employee well-being (amenities, green spaces), while also being practical and functional.

Location:

Amazon maintains a vast global footprint with corporate offices, fulfillment centers, AWS data center regions, and R&D facilities across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. The company supports e-commerce operations in numerous countries, and AWS serves customers in over 245 countries and territories. Global functions include retail, logistics, cloud computing (AWS), digital streaming (Prime Video, Music), advertising, device development (Alexa, Kindle), and artificial intelligence research.

Street Address:

410 Terry Ave N

City:

Seattle

State/Province:

Washington

Country:

USA