I recently started a new job as a software engineer just over a month ago, but I'm already contemplating looking for other opportunities due to the poor work-life balance. My team is distributed globally, and my manager is 15 hours ahead of me, which has led to some awkward scheduling. I have a daily meeting at 8:30 AM my time, and he often wants to sync up again around 5:30 PM, which cuts into my evening. Today, I was pulled into an urgent meeting from 10:00 to 11:00 PM my time, which really pushed my limits. I understand the need for flexibility during critical issues, but this constant juggling is starting to feel overwhelming, especially since my wife and I are also preparing to move to a new apartment. I'm worried about burnout and how to explain my reasons for leaving if I start interviewing elsewhere. I want to be honest without sounding negative, but I’m unsure how to frame my situation.
Job title: software engineer
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