Technology

Software Engineer/Mobile Engineer Graduate (Ads Core Demonstration) - 2027 Start

Location

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San Jose

Employment Type

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Regular

Job Code

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A87393

Responsibilities

We are Ads Core Team from TikTok Global Monetization Technology. Our core mission is to generate revenue and optimize the user experience on the world's leading short-form video platform.

The Monetization Client team from TikTok Ads Core is responsible for delivering innovative ads products on TikTok, including content ads, new ads formats, vertical solutions, creator monetization business account, ads experiences etc. Working closely with product team, our mission is to build the window letting advertisers promote their products on TikTok, and to build the bridge that can deeply connects advertisers and TikTok users. Therefore, besides supporting the innovative features on monetization, ensuring the user experience in TikTok is also our priority.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by the end of the year. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume.

Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to our Company and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with backend, frontend, and product teams to develop and launch innovative ad features on the TikTok app.
• Collaborate with design and product teams to create a world-class mobile ads experience.
• Design, implement, and optimize novel monetization features for iOS/Android applications, ensuring efficiency and performance.
• Promote best practices by writing robust, maintainable code and clear documentation while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• Partner seamlessly with senior and lead engineers, share knowledge and best practices within the team, and contribute to the company’s long-term technological strategy.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Relevant practical experience in mobile app development (Android and/or iOS).
• Good object-oriented development and software system design skills.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Java/Kotlin (Android) or Swift/Objective-C (iOS).
• Ability to understand, debug, and optimize large and complex codebases.
• Strong team communication and collaboration skills, strong curiosity for new technologies and solution delivery, with result-driven mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Passion and experience in building consumer-facing or ads products.
• Experience in Android architecture refactoring, optimization, and performance tuning, or similar iOS-related performance optimization.
• Proven ability to optimize client-side performance and enhance user experience through technical innovation.

By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://careers.tiktok.com/legal/privacy

Job Information

【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $128000 - $256000 annually.

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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.

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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).

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The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

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For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

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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:

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1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

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2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

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3. Exercising sound judgment.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Diversity & Inclusion

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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.

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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

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