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TikTok

Short-form video platform with ads

Tech Lead – E-commerce Recommendation Infrastructure

Backend EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSan Jose, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or above, majoring in Computer Science or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience building scalable systems.
  • Strong software development experience with C++, Java, or another programming language.
  • Experience in at least one of the following areas: personalized recommendations, search engines, advertising, machine learning infrastructure, distributed storage systems, or big data frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Build an industry-leading globalized large-scale recommendation system.
  • Design and build high-performance online systems and reliable data pipelines.
  • Continuously optimize and evolve the system to support rapid increases in user traffic and data volume.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end infrastructure solutions that address critical product challenges and improve recommendation performance.

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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