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China culture, as 95% are from there

Backend Software Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at TikTok for 2 years
April 24, 2023
Singapore, Singapore
1.0
Doesn't Recommend
Pros

Good benefits and competitive salary, but at risk of 0x variable bonus.

Cons

You probably have to work outside working hours, worst case after midnight (on-call).

But it's not considered in your performance as management doesn't think it's hard work.

For non-Chinese speakers, it's not the right company as all of them speak Chinese.

  • Chinese speakers will get high-performance reviews (good bonus), whereas non-Chinese speakers need to work double hard and will get underperformance (no bonus).
  • Management doesn't give a zhit about your miseries of not being able to understand Chinese documents.
  • Chinese speakers are able to understand documents and PM requirements quickly as they all speak the same language.

If you don't speak Chinese, steer away from this company or there is a high chance you will get PIP.

Advice to Management

Have some understanding when doing performance reviews. Keep in mind that Chinese-speaking RDs who have worked many years in the company at the same job level will perform better than new joiners who don't speak Chinese. It's an unfair comparison.

Additional Ratings

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

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