Process
The interviewer did not care about explaining the code, focusing on optimization to the extreme. The question itself was easy to solve, but optimization was hard. I discussed the optimization strategies with the interviewer, and he helped me figure out the best ways to optimize.
Questions
Answer a question on printing out a string when a function is called, based on inputs.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 17 interview experiences for the TikTok Software Developer role in United States.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Developer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive12%
Neutral71%
Negative18%
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for TikTok's Software Developer interview process in United States.
TikTok Work Experiences
3.0
Good Perks, Tough Hours
Software Developer • Former Employee
January 27, 2022
Pros: Good benefits, "go" pantries and meals.
Cons: Long working hours, a lot of work to do.
5.0
Great Culture, Salary, Growth
Software Developer • Current Employee
April 15, 2021
Pros: Good culture and salary, a good place for promotion.
Cons: I cannot think of any.
2.0
Toxic atmosphere
Software Developer • Former Employee
Paris, France
September 30, 2024
Pros: It's a line on the CV.
Cons: A lot of pressure for little recognition.
- 3.0Good Perks, Tough HoursSoftware Developer • Former EmployeeJanuary 27, 2022Pros: Good benefits, "go" pantries and meals.Cons: Long working hours, a lot of work to do.
- 5.0Great Culture, Salary, GrowthSoftware Developer • Current EmployeeApril 15, 2021Pros: Good culture and salary, a good place for promotion.Cons: I cannot think of any.
- 2.0Toxic atmosphereSoftware Developer • Former EmployeeParis, FranceSeptember 30, 2024Pros: It's a line on the CV.Cons: A lot of pressure for little recognition.
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