Process
After the recruiter call, there are 4 rounds.
Two rounds are scheduled per day.
Questions focus on SQL, Python, and big data proficiency.
Working knowledge of big data technologies such as Hive and Spark is a must.
Questions
SQL: LeetCode medium to hard. Schema/data samples are provided. Queries will require revisions based on interviewer follow-ups.
Python: LeetCode easy to medium. It is important to clarify all details before attempting to write any code. Additionally, space and time complexity analysis is required.
Big Data: Basic knowledge and project experience.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 37 interview experiences for the TikTok Data Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Data Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for TikTok's Data Engineer interview process in United States.
TikTok Work Experiences
- 2.0Grinding and no respect for personal valuesData Engineer • Current EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeFebruary 2, 2025Pros: - Good money - Free food - Competitive insuranceCons: There are a lot of cons. You're competing with Chinese colleagues who aim for crazy goals and will grind until 11 PM daily.
- 1.0Toxic Lead and Senior ManagerData Engineer • Current EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeMarch 27, 2024Pros: Nothing worth noting other than free foods.Cons: Data BP leaders hand-picked their favorite employees and only gave those individuals opportunities. PIPs are common, with 20% of the team optimized into PIPs every quarter. There's no career growth if you are non-Chinese. Also, the toxic culture here pressures you to work overtime every day.
- 4.0Good Company, interesting workData Engineer • Current EmployeeJanuary 15, 2022Pros: - Great compensation. - Great benefits. - Interesting work.Cons: - None so far - Could have better PTO
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