‘Can’t bear anymore’: Delhi techie with 1 year of backend experience earning Rs 30 LPA sparks debate on toxic work culture

A Delhi-NCR techie working in a high-tech company has sparked an online debate on toxic work culture and stress. The software engineer shared his struggles with burnout and anxiety despite earning nearly Rs 30 lakh annually. The employee, who has over a year of experience in backend development, wrote on Reddit that his health has been worsening due to long hours, constant pressure, and lack of flexibility.

“My high tech job is causing problems that I can’t bear anymore”

In his Reddit post, titled “My high tech job is causing problems that I can’t bear anymore”, the techie explained, “Since the day I started, I’ve been struggling with severe anxiety. A year in, it has worsened. I now face frequent headaches, mental breakdowns, and constant burnout at a young age.”

Pressure and limited flexibility at work

The employee described the environment as demanding and inflexible. “The work pressure is extreme, we need to often work long on major Indian festivals due to business needs. Sick leave usually just means work from home while sick. No hybrid policy, it’s five days a week in a highly toxic environment,” he wrote.


He clarified that his concern was not related to pay. “This post is not about salary discussion, it’s about how I want my present and future to turn out to be,” he added. He said he had been applying for new roles through LinkedIn but had not found much success so far.

Fear of quitting without another job

The tech worker admitted he had considered resigning without a backup plan but was hesitant. “Going from a stable, high salary to zero income is daunting, even though I have no major financial responsibilities right now. The fear of not finding another role — especially when I see people with more experience struggling — makes me hesitate,” he explained.

Online reactions highlight wider issue

The post, shared under the username @VDtheking, drew mixed responses from Reddit users. Some urged him to prioritise health. One wrote, “Your health is more important than any salary. A break now may save you in the long run.” Another said, “Don’t quit without a plan. Try switching internally or wait till you land another role.”

Others pointed to a larger problem. “This is the story of most techies in NCR. The toxic environment eats you alive,” one comment read. Another user said, “Working on festivals and while sick is unacceptable. Companies need to rethink policies.”

Practical advice was also shared. “Expand your options beyond NCR, it will open more doors,” one suggested. Another urged, “Focus on your mental health first, jobs can come later.”