Software Engineer Interview Experience - Shenzhen, China
September 1, 2025
Positive ExperienceNo Offer
Process
Some basic Java and database knowledge, and a LeetCode medium problem. The interviewer was friendly and asked follow-up questions about my approach and optimization. Overall, the interview focused more on problem-solving and fundamental understanding rather than advanced topics.
Questions
How to choose between LinkedList and ArrayList
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the TikTok Software Engineer role in Shenzhen, Guangdong.
Success Rate
0%
Pass Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Shenzhen, Guangdong is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive100%
Neutral0%
Negative0%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for TikTok's Software Engineer interview process in Shenzhen, Guangdong.
TikTok Work Experiences
3.0
High Expectations, Lots Of Overtime
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
February 23, 2025
Pros: They have high expectations for employees and expect rapid growth.
Cons: There is a lot of overtime.
5.0
Great Pay, Team, But Fast-paced
Software Engineer • Former Employee
September 12, 2023
Pros: High pay, good benefits, good team.
Cons: A fast-paced working environment for a lot of the time.
5.0
Growing fast and a lot of work
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Mountain View, California, United States
April 8, 2022
Pros: 1. High-impact product
2. Growing fast
3. Competitive total compensation
4. Smart and friendly co-workers
Cons: 1. A lot of work
- 3.0High Expectations, Lots Of OvertimeSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeShenzhen, Guangdong, ChinaFebruary 23, 2025Pros: They have high expectations for employees and expect rapid growth.Cons: There is a lot of overtime.
- 5.0Great Pay, Team, But Fast-pacedSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeSeptember 12, 2023Pros: High pay, good benefits, good team.Cons: A fast-paced working environment for a lot of the time.
- 5.0Growing fast and a lot of workSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesApril 8, 2022Pros: 1. High-impact product 2. Growing fast 3. Competitive total compensation 4. Smart and friendly co-workersCons: 1. A lot of work
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