Team Introduction
Join our forward-thinking Engineering Infrastructure team at TikTok, where we are dedicated to pioneering innovative solutions in data protection and privacy.
Our team is at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting-edge frameworks to ensure the security and integrity of user data across a global platform.
We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, combining expertise in cloud computing, big data, and privacy engineering to tackle some of the most complex challenges in the tech industry.
By fostering an environment of continuous learning and open communication, we empower each team member to contribute to impactful projects that set new industry standards.
If you’re passionate about data privacy and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of secure online environments, we invite you to join us in making a difference.
We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2025. As a graduate, you will get unparalleled opportunities for you 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 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible. 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 early.
Online Assessment Candidates who pass resume evaluation will be invited to participate in TikTok's technical online assessment in HackerRank.
Responsibilities 1. Advanced Research : Conduct cutting-edge research in data privacy and security, applying your findings to develop innovative and scalable data protection frameworks.
2. Design and Development : Design, implement, and optimize secure architectures for data storage, access, and computation, ensuring compliance with global privacy regulations.
3. Collaboration : Collaborate with cross-functional teams including privacy engineering, product engineering, and legal to align on goals and deliver comprehensive data protection solutions.
4. System Architecture : Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture and ensure alignment with business goals and technical requirements.
5. Performance Optimization : Monitor and optimize the performance of backend services, addressing bottlenecks and improving efficiency.
6. Code Quality : Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following best practices for software development and version control.
7. Troubleshooting : Identify and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring the stability and reliability of backend systems.
Minimum Qualifications1. PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Security, or a related field with a focus on privacy and security.
2. Demonstrated expertise in privacy-preserving technologies, cryptographic protocols, and data protection methodologies.
3. Proven ability to conduct independent research and translate findings into practical applications.4. Excellent problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for identifying and mitigating potential security risks.
5. Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.6. Passionate about data privacy and committed to advancing the field through innovative solutions.
Preferred Qualifications 1. Experience working with large-scale distributed systems and cloud computing environments.2. Hands-on experience with implementing privacy-preserving machine learning algorithms.
3. Familiarity with privacy frameworks and tools such as Differential Privacy, Homomorphic Encryption, or Secure Multi-Party Computation, TEE4.
Published research in top-tier privacy and security conferences or journals.5. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Golang, Java, or C++.
6. Knowledge of secure software development practices and security auditing.7. Participation in privacy and security communities or organizations.
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