Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) Interview Experience
Process
Had an hour-long interview. The interviewer seemed like they didn't want to be there. I did not have an OA prior. I did give brief expectations guidelines, though. What can you expect from the interview questions and topics? HR took a while to respond to emails.
Questions
Polymorphism.
Overloading vs. Overriding.
Explain three sorting algorithms.
Explain three data structures.
Explain three algorithms.
TCP 3-way handshake: What is it?
Tell me HTTP status codes and when to use them.
Medium interview question about heap manipulation and moving objects.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 18 interview experiences for the TikTok Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) role in United States.
Success Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having good feelings for TikTok's Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) interview process in United States.
TikTok Work Experiences
- 3.0New Grad ExperienceSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Former EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeNovember 10, 2021Pros: The HR team is really good and professional.Cons: Very Chinese-oriented, as in docs and communications.
- 1.0No work-life balanceSoftware Development Engineer In Test (SDET) • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesJanuary 2, 2024Pros: Compensation is fair and is as per the market standards.Cons: There is no work-life balance. It feels as if your entire day is to work for the company only, with regular offshore calls.
- 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.
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