Process
I was given an OA. The questions were not hard. They sent me a link for a website like HackerRank. One of my answers did not pass (TLE), and I was rejected. The only problem with the process is that they don't notify or send emails to reject you.
Questions
Classic easy medium LC problems.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 19 interview experiences for the TikTok Software Engineer New Grad role.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Engineer New Grad roles is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive21%
Neutral47%
Negative32%
Candidates reported having negative feelings for TikTok's Software Engineer New Grad interview process.
TikTok Work Experiences
1.0
Avoid at all cost
Data Engineer • Current Employee
San Jose, California
November 11, 2024
Pros: Pay is good, but if you divide it by the overwhelming hours per day, it is not worth it. Food is good.
Cons: Everything is the worst I have ever experienced.
4.0
Great Support, Long Hours
Software Engineer(Internship) • Former Employee
San Jose, California
October 9, 2025
Pros: Lots of support from mentors.
Cons: Occasionally required to work extended hours to meet project deadlines.
4.0
Creative But Too Many Meetings
Software Engineer(Internship) • Former Employee
Shanghaiba, China
October 17, 2023
Pros: It's a company with great creativity.
Cons: Too many people, and there are a lot of useless meetings.
- 1.0Avoid at all costData Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaNovember 11, 2024Pros: Pay is good, but if you divide it by the overwhelming hours per day, it is not worth it. Food is good.Cons: Everything is the worst I have ever experienced.
- 4.0Great Support, Long HoursSoftware Engineer(Internship) • Former EmployeeSan Jose, CaliforniaOctober 9, 2025Pros: Lots of support from mentors.Cons: Occasionally required to work extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- 4.0Creative But Too Many MeetingsSoftware Engineer(Internship) • Former EmployeeShanghaiba, ChinaOctober 17, 2023Pros: It's a company with great creativity.Cons: Too many people, and there are a lot of useless meetings.
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