Jobs at TikTok

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TikTok, part of ByteDance, has grown into a global short‑video platform with over 1.5 billion monthly active users. Its AI‑driven recommendation engine powers personalized content feeds and drives engagement, making the company a leader in real‑time data processing and mobile monetization.

The company hires across software engineering, data science, machine learning, product management, design, community moderation, policy, marketing, sales, and finance. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews for engineering roles, case‑study interviews for product and data roles, and culture‑fit questions that emphasize creativity, ownership, and scalability.

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Algorithm Engineer (NLP), TikTok Search

Company: TikTok

Location: Singapore

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok is seeking applicants with the right to work in Singapore, emphasizing their mission to inspire creativity and bring joy. The company's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices worldwide. The Search Team, responsible for TikTok's search engine, aims to enhance user experience through innovative technologies. They are looking for candidates with excellent coding skills, proficiency in C/C++ or Python, and familiarity with NLP-related algorithms. TikTok values inclusivity, celebrating diverse voices and creating an environment reflective of its global community.

ADSEO Safety Ops QA

Company: TikTok

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst. The role involves daily audits, error analysis, policy alignment, and new joiner guidance. The candidate must be proficient in English, have a minimum of 1 year of QA experience, and preferably a degree. The position requires exposure to sensitive content and a commitment to self-care due to the emotional demands. TikTok values inclusivity, celebrating diverse voices and creating an environment reflective of its global community.

Software Engineer(Backend), Multimedia Arch Media Platform, Media Tooling - San Jose

Company: TikTok

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking backend engineers for its Media Platform team. The team optimizes app experience for users, collaborating with various teams to provide end-to-end optimization solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, experience in software development, and knowledge of video/audio technologies. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, offering competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and paid parental leave.

Machine Learning Engineer - E-commerce Merchant and Creator Growth - San Jose

Company: TikTok

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to join their dynamic team. The role involves utilizing advanced machine learning techniques to analyze large-scale datasets, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and developing scalable data pipelines. The ideal candidate should be proficient in SQL and Python, have experience with big data processing frameworks, and possess a solid understanding of machine learning concepts. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, aiming to inspire creativity and bring joy through its platform. The company offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a commitment to reasonable accommodations.

Technical Program Manager / Sr. Technical Program Manager, Capacity Planning - USDS

Company: TikTok

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a Technical Program Manager for its Tech and Product PMO team in Mountain View. The role involves managing complex, cross-functional programs, creating and maintaining roadmaps, and driving collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate should have a BA/BS degree, 3+ years of technical project management experience, and advanced proficiency in both English and Mandarin. TikTok values an inclusive environment, celebrating diverse voices and promoting creativity and joy. The role offers a competitive salary range of $128160 - $304000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Senior Product Manager - TikTok Feed Quality (Feed Ranking)

Company: TikTok

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a Product Manager to join its Global Product & RD team. The role involves ensuring TikTok's healthy growth, delivering the best product experience, and building attractive features. The Feed quality team, specifically, aims to maintain a safe and welcoming feed for all users, including minors. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in large feed products, particularly in improving feed quality, and 5+ years in product management. Prior experience with AI/ML is mandatory. The role requires working with various stakeholders across timezones and org charts to drive solutions for improving TikTok feed quality, creator and user satisfaction, and mitigating brand risk. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, and the role offers a competitive salary range of $165,000 - $300,000 annually.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at TikTok?
Work culture is fast‑paced, data‑driven, and collaborative. Employees report high impact, cross‑functional teamwork, and frequent performance reviews. The company offers flexible remote options in many markets, competitive equity, and a global team environment.
What types of positions are available at TikTok?
TikTok employs software engineers, data scientists, ML engineers, product managers, UI/UX designers, community moderators, policy analysts, marketing strategists, sales representatives, finance analysts, and operations specialists. Roles range from entry‑level to senior leadership and span engineering, product, business, and support departments.
How can I stand out as an applicant for TikTok?
Showcase a portfolio of algorithmic or recommendation‑engine projects, provide measurable impact metrics, prepare for technical interview questions on data structures, distributed systems, and A/B testing, and demonstrate creativity through side projects or open‑source contributions. Highlight cross‑functional collaboration, ownership, and adaptability in your résumé and during interviews.

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