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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Tech Lead Manager, TikTok

Company: TikTok

Location: Singapore

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a software engineer for its Recommendation Architecture Team. The team is responsible for optimizing the recommendation system to provide the best user experience. Key responsibilities include leading a team of software engineers, building high-performance online services, and designing efficient data pipelines. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or related field, extensive experience in building scalable systems, and proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, Java, or Golang. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, aiming to inspire creativity and bring joy through its platform.

Backend Software Engineer, TikTok Privacy AI

Company: TikTok

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a software engineer to join their Privacy & Security group. The role involves working on privacy-aware infrastructure, anonymization/pseudomization/encryption technologies, and collaborating with various teams to address technical challenges. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of computer principles, data structures, and algorithms, along with excellent communication skills. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, offering a competitive salary range of $137750 - $237500 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Senior Software Engineer - TikTok Search Business - San Jose

Company: TikTok

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a software engineer to join their Creative Search Insights (CSI) team. The role involves developing key features for TikTok Search, enhancing user experience, and building a search inspiration recommendation system for creators. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or related field, hands-on experience in large-scale distributed systems, and proficiency in Golang, Python, or Java. The position offers a competitive salary range of $194,000 - $355,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, aiming to inspire creativity and bring joy through its platform.

Senior iOS Software Engineer, Global E-commerce Customer Business

Company: TikTok

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

TikTok, a leading platform for short-form mobile video, is seeking a passionate and talented mobile app developer with 5+ years of experience in iOS development. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to build an innovative, secure, and intuitive e-commerce ecosystem. Responsibilities include architecting scalable solutions, ensuring code quality, and participating in code reviews. The ideal candidate should have a BS/MS in Computer Science, expertise in Objective-C/Swift, and experience with performance optimization. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, offering competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and paid parental leave.

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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