Tencent Software Engineer interview experience

First came a team and lead assessment, focused on core skills and team fit. After that, I had a deeper conversation with my direct leader or a director, where the emphasis shifted toward experience and problem-solving.

The next stage was with a department director or GM, and the conversation leaned into strategic thinking and broader impact rather than just execution details. Then there was a cross-functional “blind box” pathway interview with interviewers from other departments, which made the topics feel less predictable. Finally, HR closed it out with cultural fit, alignment, and how my