Process
Tech round (45 minutes): I was given the requirements. Then I was asked to come up with edge cases, give an overall idea on how the algorithm should be implemented. After my implementation, not much time is left for optimization. But still, I made some comments on the possible routes.
Questions
Median of Two Sorted Arrays.
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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
5%
Pass 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
Positive31%
Neutral47%
Negative22%
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for TikTok's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
TikTok Work Experiences
3.0
Lunch, But Stuck In Place
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Singapore, Singapore
February 3, 2025
Pros: Decent workplace with lunch, but don't expect to get promoted unless you are extraordinary.
Cons: No career progression unless you are extraordinary.
4.0
Great Impact, Long Meetings
Software Engineer • Current Employee
San Jose, California, United States
October 17, 2024
Pros: Good for making great impacts.
Cons: Need to do meetings with China team.
3.0
Cutting-edge Tech, Constant Overtime
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Shanghai, Shanghai, China
March 13, 2023
Pros: Technology is cutting-edge, at least.
Cons: Overtime everyday, till 23:00 every night.
- 3.0Lunch, But Stuck In PlaceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSingapore, SingaporeFebruary 3, 2025Pros: Decent workplace with lunch, but don't expect to get promoted unless you are extraordinary.Cons: No career progression unless you are extraordinary.
- 4.0Great Impact, Long MeetingsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesOctober 17, 2024Pros: Good for making great impacts.Cons: Need to do meetings with China team.
- 3.0Cutting-edge Tech, Constant OvertimeSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeShanghai, Shanghai, ChinaMarch 13, 2023Pros: Technology is cutting-edge, at least.Cons: Overtime everyday, till 23:00 every night.
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