How to Answer: At Amazon, we take privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Are you willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement if hired?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Amazon job interview.
29. At Amazon, we take privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Are you willing to sign a non-disclosure agreement if hired?
What You Need to Know
Part of Amazon's culture is a belief that trust must be earned, whether it's the trust of your teams or your customers. As Jeff Bezos said, "Going way back, we just sold books, and then we started selling music and DVDs and electronics and toys and so on, and then we extended into electronic reading with Kindle. The reason customers have been receptive in large part to our new initiatives is because we have worked hard to earn their trust with them. Earning trust with customers is a valuable business asset. And if you mistreat their data, they will know, they will figure it out. Customers are very smart. You should never underestimate customers."
Written by Kevin Downey on January 25th, 2023
How to Answer
Signing a non-disclosure agreement is standard in the software and technology industry and is required for all Amazon employees. If hired, you will likely become privy to trade secrets, pending patents, and other innovative projects that must remain confidential. Talk to the interviewer about your willingness to sign an agreement. If you are currently under a non-disclosure or non-compete agreement with your present employer, now is the time to discuss that.
Written by Kevin Downey on January 25th, 2023
1st Entry Level Example
"I am happy to comply with any necessary measures, NDAs, Non-Competes, Background checks, or E-verify - whatever you need."
Written by Kevin Downey on January 25th, 2023
1st Answer Example
"I have signed non-disclosure agreements in the past, although I am not currently under one. I see the importance of agreements like this and am most willing to comply."
Written by Rachelle Enns on September 27th, 2021
2nd Answer Example
"I am happy to review and sign any privacy and confidentiality agreements you have."
Written by Rachelle Enns on September 27th, 2021
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