Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (BRIC) - 2026 Start (PhD)

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Responsibilities

• The Business Risk Integrated Control (BRIC) team is searching for talented interns to help us solve one of the internet's toughest challenges : protecting a global community from sophisticated, adversarial threats.
• We are the engineering team responsible for the security and authenticity of TikTok, CapCut, and more. We stop spam, shut down fraud, prevent account takeovers, and ensure the interactions on our platform are genuine.
• What You'll Do :
• Tackle Real-World Adversarial Problems : You'll work on detecting fake engagement, API abuse, and financial fraud.
• Build Models at Massive Scale : Your work will involve analyzing billions of data points to find and stop bad actors.
• Push the Boundaries of AI : You'll have the chance to work with state-of-the-art techniques like Graph Neural Networks (GNNs), Transformers, and LLMs to model complex user behavior.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get unparalleled opportunities to kickstart your career, pursue bold ideas, and explore limitless growth opportunities. Co-create a future driven by your inspiration with TikTok.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by end of year 2026. 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 TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.

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【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $136,800 - $259,200 annually. Compensation may vary depending on qualifications, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and stock units. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and more. Benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates : Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Criminal history considerations include interactions with clients, handling confidential information, and exercising sound judgment.

About TikTok

TikTok is a leading destination for short-form mobile video, with headquarters in Los Angeles and Singapore, and offices worldwide. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Join us to be part of a diverse, innovative team that values curiosity, humility, and impact.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate our diverse voices and aim to reflect the communities we serve.

TikTok Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. Contact us at https : / / tinyurl.com / RA-request if needed.

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