Software Engineer
TikTok
Software Engineer
TikTok
Short-form video platform with ads
Video Arch is one of the world's leading video platforms that provides media storage, delivery, transcoding, and streaming services. We are building the next generation video processing platform and the largest live streaming network, which provides excellent experiences for billions of users around the world. Popular video products of TikTok and its affiliates are all empowered by our cutting-edge cloud technologies. Working in this team, you will have the opportunity to tackle challenges of large-scale networks all over the world, while leveraging your expertise in coding, algorithms, complexity analysis, and large-scale system design. About the team Popular video products of TikTok and its affiliates are all empowered by our cutting-edge cloud technologies. Working in this team, you will have the opportunity to tackle challenges of designing and developing large-scale distributed systems to support the low latency and high quality end to end live streaming experience on a global scale, while leveraging your technical leadership and your expertise in coding, algorithms, and large-scale system design. Responsibilities - Conduct thorough research on business requirements and design and develop efficient media processing pipelines within the live streaming player SDK of the applications. - Optimize and enhance the performance of the live streaming player to ensure a seamless user experience. - Debug and diagnose problems and issues in the online environment, promptly addressing any concerns that arise. - Actively participate in the construction and maintenance of automation testing systems to guarantee the quality and stability of the SDK. - Analyze live streaming player data to identify areas for improvement in performance, quality, and reliability across the technology stack, and verify the effectiveness of QoS (Quality of Service) and QoE (Quality of Experience) A/B tests.
Minimum Qualification(s) - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field involving software/system engineering, or equivalent 1 year experience - Proficiency in writing and reviewing code in mobile C/C++ or Java - Knowledge of audio and video processing systems in either iOS or Android - Strong problem-solving and debugging/troubleshooting skills Preferred Qualification(s) - Master's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related technical field involving software/system engineering, or equivalent 3 years experience - Experience in developing and optimizing mobile audio and video in live player or pusher SDK - Knowledge of coding specifications and best practices for improving software development productivity - Experience in the construction of automation testing systems to ensure the quality and stability of SDK - Passion for self-learning and staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a willingness to take ownership
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Acknowledgment of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation, TikTok acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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.
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