Backend Software Engineer, Efficiency Engineering - USDS

Responsibilities

About TikTok U.S. Data Security
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained.

About the team
The Efficiency Engineering team is all about our passion for crafting innovative tools and applications that empower IT operations and devops teams to achieve new levels of efficiency. We're a tight-knit crew of experienced developers, engineers and problem solvers fueled by a shared vision: streamlining operations, reducing manual workload, and empowering teams to do their best work.

Note: In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.

Responsibilities

1. Design and develop backend services and APIs to power the different tools and services on the TikTok platform and internal products.
2. Collaborate with product managers and front end developers to understand user needs and product requirements, and translate them into well-designed backend solutions.
3. Understand product objectives to develop an easy-to-use platform that aligns with customers' needs.
4. Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability and performance of the services and ensure scalability, and reliability of backend systems to handle high traffic and support a large user base.
5. Participate in code reviews and technical discussions to maintain code quality and promote best practices within the team.
6. Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues and bugs, ensuring the stability and smooth operation of the platform.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelors or higher degree in Computer Science or related fields from accredited and reputable institutions.
2. 1+ years of experience as a backend or software engineer.
3. Proficiency in designing data structures, building algorithms, and at least one programming language: python/go/php/c++/java.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in designing large scale web applications.
2. Agile, quick self learner, highly self-motivated with strong sense of product ownership and creative problem solver.
3. Deeply passionate about software coding/development and building great web applications.
4. Ability to perform independent research to solve complex technical problems.
5. Good collaborator and team player, comfortable working in a fast moving, culturally diverse and globally distributed team environment.
6. Passionate about techniques and solving challenging problems.
7. Experience of driving collaboration across cross-functional teams on delivering shared goals.
8. Strong communication and teamwork skills.

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.

Accommodation Statement

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 this link .

Data Security Statement

This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.

Job Information:

Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $116000 - $177000 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.

Our company benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

We cover 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with a company match. As well as Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans. In addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) Options like Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care.

Our time off and leave plans are: 10 paid holidays per year plus 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO) (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure) and 10 paid sick days per year as well as 12 weeks of paid Parental leave and 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability.

We also provide generous benefits like mental and emotional health benefits through our EAP and Lyra. A 401K company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.