ByteDance interview questions

I had no less than 9 interviews, progressing from an initial screening through to a final interview with the group CFO. I met with critical function leads to discuss the role, business requirements and how to shape the function for which I would be responsible. The company confirmed that I had received the highest score through each stage of their internal interview process and had been identified as the successful candidate for the role. I was asked to wait 2 weeks, due to the Chinese New Year holiday period, before being presented with an offer. After two weeks I received a response declining to make an offer and providing no material reason as to why. They confirmed that I was still the 'preferred' candidate for the role and that there were no issues with my application or areas of concern that I could address. I was then informed that a member of the management board felt that the role should be based in the US. At the start of the interview process I was told that the role could be located at any one of their global offices and confirmed I would be willing to relocate. Despite this, I was told they would be reopening the process for US candidates and that I would be expected to wait and see if they could find someone based in the US - essentially saying they'll get back to me if they can't find anyone better!!

Interviewer was friendly and professional. Good balance of asking questions and providing information, with clear expectations set about next steps if any. Established a favorable impression of the job and company.