Twitter / X
Real-time social platform with petabyte-scale data and ML ranking systems.
4 Rounds
~14 Days
Hard
The Interview Loop
Recruiter Screen (30 min)
Standard fit check, behavioral questions, and resume overview.
Technical Loop (3-4 Rounds)
Deep dive into domain knowledge, coding, and system design.
Interview Question Bank
Software Engineer
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Technical
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easy
Describe the differences between TCP and UDP. Why might X use UDP for its Spaces live audio feature?
#Protocols
#Networking
#Streaming
Software Engineer
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Technical
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medium
Explain how a reverse proxy works. How does it help in load balancing and securing X's API traffic?
#Load Balancing
#Security
#Architecture
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Senior EngineerFocuses on core competencies, system constraints, and clear communication.
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Always explain your thought process before writing code or drawing architecture.