Does ByteDance pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, ByteDance employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at ByteDance. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at ByteDance?

50% of ByteDance employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated ByteDance 2.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at ByteDance?

Content Moderator (411) , Software Engineer (394) , Product Manager (143) , Intern (115) , Quality Analyst (79) , Senior Software Engineer (76) , Internship (67) , Quality Assurance (59) , Data Scientist (53) , Account Manager (52) , Quality Assurance Analyst (51) , Human Resources (46) , Software Engineer(Internship) (42) , Machine Learning Engineer (41) , Subject Matter Expert (SME) (41)

What are the pros of working at ByteDance according to real employee reviews?

"good salary and you have the chance to work with the seniors" ((in 318 reviews)); "The company has a lot of good colleagues and have a chance to execute various projects" ((in 223 reviews)); "basic pay is good" ((in 188 reviews)); "People there are nice and helpful" ((in 138 reviews)); "good working environment; working time is flexible" ((in 126 reviews))

What are the cons of working at ByteDance according to real employee reviews?

"TT no work life balance good if you don't want any relationships work like brainless human long work hour spent 8" ((in 234 reviews)); "late working hours" ((in 185 reviews)); "some teams have high pressure" ((in 71 reviews)); "Very bad managers and mentors that aren't willing to teach you." ((in 52 reviews)); "Not work life balance at all" ((in 49 reviews))

What are employees saying about ByteDance layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about ByteDance layoffs and their outlook for job security at ByteDance in 2026.

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ByteDance reviews

3.4

50% would recommend to a friend

(4,239 total reviews)

Rubo Liang

59% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Compensation and benefits

3.2

Diversity & inclusion

3.2

Career opportunities

3.1

Culture & values

2.8

Senior management

2.7

Work/Life balance

ByteDance has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 4,239 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ByteDance employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Tecnologia da informação industry (3.9 stars).

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4K reviews

2.0

Aug 18, 2024

A Comedy of Errors (Or, Why I'm Glad I Left)

Director of operations

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

Free coffee. (That's about it, folks.) You'll learn the meaning of a workplace where the only thing growing faster than the drama is the employee turnover firsthand. Great opportunity to hone your sarcasm skills.

Cons

Management that's more interested in their own reflections than their employees. A break room that's more haunted house than hangout. So much drama, you'll think you're on a reality TV show.

2.0

Mar 22, 2024

Sick company

Strategy manager

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

Pays well; global team so global exposure

Cons

Culture is so toxic, some teams are extremely inefficiently

3.0

Mar 20, 2024

ByteDance: Decent Pay with Drawbacks in Work-Life Balance and Job Stability

Senior software engineer

Recommend

Business Outlook

Pros

ByteDance is known for its relatively attractive salary offerings. The company recognizes the value of its employees and compensates them accordingly, which is a significant factor in attracting top talent from around the world. This financial incentive is particularly appealing to those who are seeking to maximize their earning potential in the fast-paced tech industry.

Cons

However, the flip side of this coin is the company's demanding work culture, characterized by extensive overtime expectations. The "996" schedule—working from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week—is a known practice, which can take a toll on employees' personal lives and overall well-being. Additionally, ByteDance has been criticized for its frequent layoffs, contributing to a sense of job insecurity among staff. This high turnover rate can disrupt team dynamics and hinder long-term planning and development. Lastly, the team instability is a notable concern. The rapid growth of the company has led to a fast-paced environment where employees may not have the opportunity to form stable, lasting professional relationships with their colleagues. This can affect team cohesion and the overall work experience.

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