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Great talent and perks, but expect 996 hours

Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at ByteDance for 2 years
August 9, 2026
San Jose, CA
3.0
RecommendsPositive Outlook
Pros

Great talent, great perks, and a lot of work to do. There were barely any engineering layoffs, at least in my org.

Cons

There was 996, high turnover, and an expectation to contribute early. People who cannot speak Mandarin may have a harder time as well.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
1.0
Culture and Values
3.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
2.0
Career Opportunities
5.0
Compensation and Benefits
5.0
Senior Management
4.0

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