I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at TikTok (Singapore) in Aug 2023
Interview
Asking some simple OS and Network questions which are told in class, then do leetcode problem (medium). The total process lasts for around 30 minutes. Mainly done in English, but the interviewer may ask that whether you can speak Mandarin
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Difference between thread and process? softlink vs hardlink? TCP?
Phone screen where the recruiter asked questions about my background, why I'm interested in TikTok etc. Also asked a question about a technical project I've worked on in a team.
There was an OA and then 2 rounds of interviews afterwards. 1st round was technical with LC med and basic CS concepts, 2nd round was behavioral questions with hiring manager.
TikTok’s interview process usually starts with an application and recruiter screen, followed by an assessment or technical test, several interviews with team members and hiring managers, and a final decision or offer. The exact number of rounds depends on the role, location, and whether it is technical or non-technical.