Candidates applying for Software Engineer roles take an average of 14 days to get hired, when considering 1 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at TikTok overall takes an average of 32 days.
Common stages of the interview process at TikTok as a Software Engineer according to 1 Glassdoor interviews include:
Other: 50%
Skills test: 50%
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The interview process typically begins with an initial screening, often conducted by a recruiter, to assess a candidate’s background, skills, and overall fit for the role. This is usually followed by one or more technical or functional interviews where candidates are evaluated on their problem-solving abilities, domain knowledge, and practical skills through assessments, coding tests, or case studies. In later stages, behavioral interviews may be conducted to understand the candidate’s soft skills, cultural alignment, and ability to work in a team. Some processes also include panel interviews or final discussions with senior management before an offer is extended. Overall, the interview process is designed to provide a holistic view of a candidate’s qualifications and potential contributions to the organization.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at TikTok (San Jose, CA) in Apr 2025
Interview
get the interview invite from hr via linkedin. First is two round technical interview. LC easy - medium. The interviewer are nice but I didn't able to solve the question.
I applied online. I interviewed at TikTok (San Jose, CA)
Interview
First OA on hackerrank with 4 questions. Then 2 * virtual technical interviews. Interviewer was not so nice and English sometime not clear. Have a hard time understanding their questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
2 leetcode medium questions mixed with resume walkthrough