AI Algorithm Engineer Graduate (TikTok Search) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

TIKTOK PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent social media platform in Singapore is seeking a final year or recent graduate to join their AI Search team. This role involves building advanced AI Search Agents and enhancing LLM capabilities. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Computer Science and proficiency in C++ or Python. The position offers opportunities for significant professional growth and innovation within a dynamic tech environment.

Benefits

Stock options

Career growth opportunity

Flexible hours

Yoga and fitness

Qualifications

• Final year or recent graduate with a technical background.
• Strong command of algorithms and data structures.
• Proficient in C++/Python.

Responsibilities

• Build AI Search Agents with planning, memory, and tool-use capabilities.
• Enhance LLM-based query understanding and search results.
• Optimize RAG and LLM pipelines for improved performance.

Skills

C++

Python

Problem-solving

Algorithms and data structures

Education

Computer Science

Artificial Intelligence

Tools

LLM/Agent technologies

Job description

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.

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.

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.

Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Job highlights

Yoga and fitness, Stock options, Positive team atmosphere, Career growth opportunity, Paid leave, Flat organization, 100+ mil users, Industry experts, Competitive compensation, Flexible hours

Responsibilities

Team Introduction

Our Search Team focuses on LLM application algorithms for TikTok Search, with core scenarios including AI Search and TikTok AI Bot. We build search question-answer cards via LLM-powered generation and develop TikTok's official AI assistant, leveraging LLM ChatBot, Agent, and RAG technologies to deliver accurate, real-time responses. By closely integrating technical innovation with business scenarios, we bridge users with information and services, driving TikTok's business growth.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Launch your career where inspiration is infinite at 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 early.

Responsibilities

- Build AI Search Agents with planning, memory, and tool-use capabilities. Apply reinforcement learning, knowledge representation, and automated decision-making to solve complex problems end-to-end.

- Enhance LLM-based query understanding: process multi-turn conversations, conduct semantic analysis on queries and documents, and ensure accurate, objective search results via LLM reasoning.

- Optimize RAG and LLM pipelines: improve retrieval and ranking algorithms, train and optimize LLMs for answer generation (e.g., fine-tuning, inference optimization), and enhance the relevance and structured presentation of search results.

- Translate research (e.g., Agent/LLM innovations) into production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product upgrades.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

- Final year or recent graduate with a background in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related technical fields.

- Proficient in C++/Python; strong command of algorithms and data structures (e.g., retrieval, graph algorithms).

- Basic understanding of LLM fundamentals (e.g., prompt engineering, fine-tuning workflows).

- Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering technical projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Hands-on experience with LLM/Agent technologies: RAG optimization, RLHF/SFT for LLMs, or Agent framework development (e.g., planning/memory modules).

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of exploring new technologies and driving technical advancements with teams.

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