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TikTok

Short-form video platform with ads

Backend Software Engineer Intern

Backend EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Internship · Summer 2027San Jose, CA, USA$45 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or master's degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2027.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

  • Build new features that touch hundreds of millions of people around the world.
  • Solve unique, large-scale, highly complex technical problems.
  • Participate in technical discussions related to the team's product and engineering work.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated software engineering experience from a previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications.
  • High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities.
  • Strong learning ability, clear communication, and a strong sense of teamwork and responsibility.
  • Proficient in C/C++, Python, and shell programming languages, with a deep understanding of data structure and algorithm design.

About the Company

TikTok

Short-form video platform with ads

TikTok is a short-form mobile video platform that lets people create, discover, and share quick videos. Users upload vertical clips, edit them with built-in tools, and browse a personalized feed powered by an algorithm that highlights relevant content. Advertisers can use in-feed ads, branded hashtags, and the Business Center to plan and measure campaigns, making it easy for brands to reach a global audience. Its goal is to inspire creativity and bring joy by helping people express themselves and by connecting brands with a wide audience.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$740K
Headquarters
Santa Monica, CA
Founded
2016

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