I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at TikTok in Oct 2024
Interview
Was a very smooth and pleasant process. It took a bit under a month from start to finish. They frequently contacted me about the interview process and everyone was enthusiastic. Great experience all around.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Several Leetcode mediums, and basic system design and behavioral questions.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at TikTok (San Jose, CA) in Mar 2024
Interview
We had a short discussion about my resume and then went through a coding interview. I was confident that I provided the best solution, but the interviewer insisted that his approach was more optimized. I even consulted with some genius friends, and they all agreed with me. However, the work-life balance at the company seems terrible based on the interview. The interview was scheduled for 1 pm, and the interviewer had just woken up because he worked from 9 am to 3 am the previous night. He had only been with TikTok for less than three months and was already responsible for interviewing candidates.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Simple introduction and one medium leetcode question
The TikTok virtual onsite interview involves technical assessments, behavioral questions, and coding challenges. Candidates showcase problem-solving skills, cultural fit, and creativity, culminating in discussions with team members and leaders. 2lc hard