I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at TikTok in Sep 2024
Interview
It was 2 45 min coding rounds. First was DFS word search and the second was Tree node distance question. Find the shortest average path node. Also needed time complexity
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Find the shortest average path node. Also needed time complexity
I was recently invited to participate in a technical interview, and to my surprise, the questions were not only relevant and well-structured but also refreshingly straightforward and easy to understand. The interviewers maintained a friendly and supportive tone throughout, which helped me feel more relaxed and confident as I progressed through each stage. The simplicity of the questions allowed me to focus on showcasing my thought process and problem-solving approach without feeling overwhelmed. Overall, the entire experience—from the initial communication to the final discussion—was smooth, comfortable, and genuinely enjoyable, leaving me with a positive impression of the process.
Two technical rounds, 45 minutes each, 1 LC medium problem, followed by an HR call to confirm offer details if you passed both technical rounds.
Be prepared for them to grill you on your resume. Know your stuff.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
two LC medium problems asked. Graphs, dfs, bfs, etc.