Technical Program Manager
TikTok
Technical Program Manager
TikTok
Short-form video platform with ads
The TikTok PMO DATA team partners closely with our DATA and DATA Architecture teams to build, scale, and optimize technical program management frameworks built specifically for large-scale algorithmic and data infrastructure environments. By resolving systemic friction across project workflows, computing resource efficiency, and R&D toolchains, our TPMs spearhead the end-to-end delivery of complex technical initiatives that underpin TikTok's foundational capabilities across Short Video, LIVE, E-commerce, Music, and Lemon8. We are seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to drive high-impact programs spanning Data Lifecycle Governance, Privacy Products, and Business Risk Control. In this role, you will bridge technical and business domains—partnering directly with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance leadership—to design and roll out scalable, auditable, and compliant architectures. You will champion user data protection and community integrity at global scale while systematically enhancing engineering efficiency and operational velocity across our core recommendation and data platforms. Responsibilities: - As a TPM, you’ll be the bridge between various teams across countries, working closely with people from Algorithm, Architect, Product, Engineering, Data Scientist, and various TikTok teams, driving the end-to-end delivery of new algorithms, products, and features to market, inspiring creativity and bringing joy to our users around the globe. - Own program/project communications, providing timely & clear visibility into project status, milestones, risks and mitigation plan, and key decisions. - Define and leverage program/project metrics to measure execution health, identify value-add opportunities, and drive ROI & success measurement. - Monitor product and engineering efficiency through key metrics tracking, and derive actionable insights to drive continuous improvements. - Translate evolving business needs and complex scope into clearly defined priorities while maintaining a focus on critical path execution.
Minimum Qualification(s) - BA/BS degree or above with 5+ years of project delivery or technical leadership background, plus strong organizational and interpersonal skills, will enable you to succeed in TikTok’s fast-paced environment. - Have in-depth understanding and practical experience in building and optimizing project management processes, analyzing and improving delivery efficiency. - Proven track record leading technical programs at scale, or equivalent experience in related fields. - Strong Technical/Engineering acumen with solid software engineering fundamentals and hands-on experience across Software Development Life Cycles (SDLC). Preferred Qualification(s) - Experience in Privacy Products, User Lifecycle Data Management/Governance, and digital content/platform compliance. - Experience driving initiatives related to system stability, engineering quality/efficiency, or solution architecture. - Experience managing software development programs in privacy or risk control-related domains, with understanding of user-facing product features and industry regulations.
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $218400 - $387600 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
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.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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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