Process
I was contacted by a recruiter and scheduled a virtual on-site interview.
I know I didn't do well in that interview because I could not answer some questions about a project I completed three years ago.
Then, I was ghosted for about two or three weeks, and I received a rejection letter.
Questions
Spent about 40 minutes discussing a project, of which I've forgotten many details. Then, I was asked about an LRU cache for a coding question.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 411 interview experiences for the TikTok Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
TikTok's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for TikTok's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
TikTok Work Experiences
- 4.0Busy daily work, but worth itSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeNovember 18, 2021Pros: - Large scope and a good opportunity to grow. - Have a chance to start a product from 0 to 1. - Fast-growing business and quick iterations. - Engineering quality is good, and people are nice here. - Cloud infra is state-of-the-art in the industry.Cons: - Cross-functional team collaboration across different time zones is a problem. I have to attend meetings in the evening with teams in other time zones. - Political risk. Folks are waiting for the IPO.
- 1.0It is depressing to work hereSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeSeptember 5, 2023Pros: Decent pay in the current job climate.Cons: Hostile working environment. Impossible to succeed if your command of Chinese is not excellent. Does not care for code quality. The environment in the office is really depressing. People constantly sigh, swear, and loudly proclaim that they want to quit every day of the week.
- 4.0Skilled Engineers, Fast PaceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeNovember 18, 2022Pros: Competitive benefit and salary. Engineers are very skilled.Cons: WLB, and the need to carry on everything fast.
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