Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) Interview Experience - Seattle, Washington
February 13, 2024
Negative ExperienceNo Offer
Process
There was one interviewer and one shadow. The interview started off pretty cold, with no introductions.
They began by asking about my experience, then moved on to technical questions. I was asked a LeetCode Medium for the coding challenge.
Questions
Classic Selenium questions like waits and exceptions.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the TikTok Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) role in Seattle, Washington.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) roles in Seattle, Washington is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
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Neutral0%
Negative100%
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for TikTok's Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) interview process in Seattle, Washington.
TikTok Work Experiences
5.0
Love to work here
Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Current Employee
Seattle, Washington, United States
October 24, 2023
Pros: Good salary and bonus, stocks, plus lunch and dinner at the office.
Cons: Mandatory 2 days at the office
4.0
Fast Paced Chinese Startup
Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Former Employee
San Jose, California, United States
May 15, 2024
Pros: Work fast with little structure and find the best way to help the company.
Good food and social atmosphere.
Great perks, such as free charging (while it lasted).
Good if you can speak Chinese.
Cons: Poor if you can't speak Chinese, as everyone needs to work with the China teams and you will be relying on auto-translate for your meetings. Stressful culture with high expectations but ill-defined processes to get there. Many nice, helpful people, however.
2.0
Fast-paced environment with great technical challenges and growth opportunities
Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Former Employee
November 4, 2024
Pros: Cutting-edge technology stack and testing frameworks.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Excellent opportunities for career advancement.
Strong emphasis on automation and innovation.
Collaborative environment with talented engineers.
Regular training and learning opportunities.
Global exposure working with international teams.
Cons: Work-life balance can be challenging.
Fast release cycles create high pressure.
Communication challenges exist across different time zones.
Complex testing scenarios arise due to rapid product changes.
Documentation sometimes lags behind development.
High expectations for quick turnaround times are common.
- 5.0Love to work hereSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Current EmployeeSeattle, Washington, United StatesOctober 24, 2023Pros: Good salary and bonus, stocks, plus lunch and dinner at the office.Cons: Mandatory 2 days at the office
- 4.0Fast Paced Chinese StartupSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Former EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesMay 15, 2024Pros: Work fast with little structure and find the best way to help the company. Good food and social atmosphere. Great perks, such as free charging (while it lasted). Good if you can speak Chinese.Cons: Poor if you can't speak Chinese, as everyone needs to work with the China teams and you will be relying on auto-translate for your meetings. Stressful culture with high expectations but ill-defined processes to get there. Many nice, helpful people, however.
- 2.0Fast-paced environment with great technical challenges and growth opportunitiesSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Former EmployeeNovember 4, 2024Pros: Cutting-edge technology stack and testing frameworks. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Excellent opportunities for career advancement. Strong emphasis on automation and innovation. Collaborative environment with talented engineers. Regular training and learning opportunities. Global exposure working with international teams.Cons: Work-life balance can be challenging. Fast release cycles create high pressure. Communication challenges exist across different time zones. Complex testing scenarios arise due to rapid product changes. Documentation sometimes lags behind development. High expectations for quick turnaround times are common.
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