Software Engineer Interview Experience - San Jose, California
Process
The first two rounds were pure coding. The third round involved a resume review and system design.
First round: Asked to solve a LeetCode medium question. Solved with an optimal approach and passed.
Second round: Asked to solve a mutated Meeting Rooms II problem. Solved it, but not using the optimal approach. Did not communicate effectively, resulting in a "not pass".
Questions
First round: LeetCode 211.
Second round: Not too sure.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 82 interview experiences for the TikTok Software Engineer role in San Jose, California.
Success Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in San Jose, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having good feelings for TikTok's Software Engineer interview process in San Jose, California.
TikTok Work Experiences
- 2.0Good cash pay, terrible WLBSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesMay 6, 2024Pros: Base salary, good pay, competitive compensation.Cons: Terrible WLB, work long hours sometimes weekends, low stocks, not sure when can IPO.
- 3.0Good Food, High PressureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesNovember 30, 2024Pros: Good food and a big work scope.Cons: Bad work-life balance and high pressure.
- 3.0Not bad overallSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesSeptember 22, 2025Pros: food projects deal teammates to work withCons: There are some late-night meetings.
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