ByteDance reviews

3.4

50% would recommend to a friend

(4,249 total reviews)
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Rubo Liang

59% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

ByteDance has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 4,249 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 Tecnologías de la información industry (3.9 stars).

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4K reviews
2.0
Sep 19, 2025

Burn and churn

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Free lunch/dinner and great pay

Cons

You are expected to work CN hours if your manager is in CN (most likely). On the the TikTok Shop US side, there is no realistic strategy so be prepared to be blamed for something not going right even though you are doing what is told. So many finger pointing, no solutions. Constant layoffs. No one is safe.

4.0
Sep 18, 2025

Great place to work

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Fast Growth & Innovation You get to work at the forefront of tech with products like TikTok, CapCut, Resso, and Lark. Exposure to cutting-edge AI and global-scale projects. Career Development Opportunities to learn quickly and take ownership of projects. Possibility to move across teams or even different regions. Global exposure since ByteDance operates in many markets. Compensation & Benefits Generally competitive salary packages, often above industry average. Perks like meal allowances, insurance, and wellness programs. High-Performance Culture Surrounded by ambitious, talented peers. A great place to build strong skills, credibility, and a solid resume. Dynamic Work Environment Projects move quickly, so there’s always something new. Less bureaucracy compared to older tech giants.

Cons

Uncertainty & Restructuring Frequent organizational changes, shifting priorities, or even sudden project closures. Job security can feel unstable compared to traditional companies. High Pressure Performance-driven environment where ratings and KPIs heavily affect career growth. Mistakes can feel costly in such a competitive atmosphere.

3.0
Sep 18, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

ByteDance gives free meals and pretty much all the benefits you’d expect.

Cons

Team management can get a bit chaotic, and it’s mostly a Chinese-style work culture.

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