Software Development Engineer Interview Experience - New York, New York
Process
DSA questions were tested in this round, and the round was very difficult, so I couldn't clear it. A link will be provided to refer to certain material before attempting the questions. However, there will only be three days to give the test once the link has been provided, so make sure to practice hard questions on LeetCode.
Questions
Data structures and algorithms were tested.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the TikTok Software Development Engineer role in New York, New York.
Success Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Development Engineer roles in New York, New York is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for TikTok's Software Development Engineer interview process in New York, New York.
TikTok Work Experiences
- 4.0Good Benefits, Late NightsSoftware Development Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesOctober 8, 2021Pros: Good benefits, such as network reimbursement.Cons: Work time will be late, and most of the meetings happen at night.
- 5.0Good Balance, High Security ConcernsData Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesOctober 23, 2025Pros: It’s good work-life balance.Cons: A lot of national security concerns.
- 3.0TikTok Pay Data EngineerSenior Data Engineer • Current EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesSeptember 24, 2025Pros: Good pay compared to market.Cons: Very bad toxic work culture
TikTok Interview Questions
