Process
Emailed pre-screen.
1-1 code interview.
The interviewer was clearly not paying attention throughout the whole process, even claiming that he was very busy and needed to work.
After implementing the brute force solution, he made me waste time writing up unit tests and then refused to give hints or anything about a more optimal solution.
Then he ended the meeting abruptly, a whole 15 minutes early.
Worst interview experience so far.
Questions
Difficult experience at previous company.
LeetCode Medium.
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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
- 3.0Important work, terrible balanceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeSeptember 15, 2025Pros: Work feels meaningful, engaging, and challenging.Cons: Zero boundaries with colleagues based in China, often getting calls/meetings very late into the evenings.
- 4.0Business output is always the most importantSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeMarch 9, 2025Pros: Competitive business. High talent density.Cons: High pressure, frequent business adjustments.
- 1.0Good Pay, Toxic CultureSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeMountain View, California, United StatesApril 27, 2023Pros: - Compensation - Tech skills - ScopeCons: - Toxic work culture - Bad work-life balance
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