Backend Software Engineer Project Intern (Creation Platform) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Description du poste:

The Creation Platform team, as the cornerstone of TikTok content creation, is responsible for the core content creation ecosystem of TikTok. As a backend team, we collaborate closely with the product team and other cross-functional teams to explore innovative methods of content creation in TikTok, build a trusted content creation platform that prioritizes privacy and security, and drive the evolution of TikTok content creation infrastructure, ultimately providing the best content creation experience for TikTok creators. As a project intern, you will have the opportunity to engage in impactful short-term projects that provide you with a glimpse of professional real-world experience. You will gain practical skills through on-the-job learning in a fast-paced work environment and develop a deeper understanding of your career interests. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early. Responsibilities - Directly design and develop features touching global users, and bring real-world impact - Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to explore innovative product ideas and cutting-edge technologies - Work with experts in different technical domains to identify and solve challenging issues in the world-leading multimedia infrastructure - Evolve the architecture of global large-scale distributed backend systems to better support TikTok's future

Profil requis du candidat:

Minimum Qualifications: - Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Master in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline - Proficient in at least one programming language such as Golang, Java, C++, Python - Solid understanding of computer architectures, data structures, and algorithms - Hands-on experience in commonly-used technical stacks such as databases, caches, message queues - Responsible, self-motivated, and have a growth mindset - Able to commit to working for 12 weeks in 2026 Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in building large scale distributed backend services for consumer-facing applications - Knowledge of multimedia technologies such as video codecs, media containers - Good team communication and collaboration skills 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