Algorithm Engineer Graduate (TikTok Shop Global E-Commerce, Knowledge Graph) - 2026 Start (PhD)

TIKTOK PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Singapore is seeking a PhD graduate to optimize algorithm solutions in global e-commerce markets. The ideal candidate should have strong coding skills in Python and experience with machine learning frameworks. This role offers competitive compensation and a positive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Yoga and fitness

Stock options

Career growth opportunity

Competitive compensation

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Final year PhD graduates in Computer Science, engineering or quantitative field.
• Strong coding skills in Python, Java, C/C++, etc.
• Proficient in machine learning/deep learning theoretical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize algorithm solutions for product profiling.
• Improve traffic efficiencies in global e-commerce markets.

Skills

Coding skills in Python

Coding skills in Java

Coding skills in C/C++

Experience with Python deep learning frameworks

Experience with NLP

Experience with machine learning

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Keras

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

• Responsible for building and continuously optimizing algorithm solutions in product profiling construction & product information quality improvement etc. to accelerate supply operational efficiencies in global e-commerce markets;
• Responsible for continuously optimizing fundamental algorithms of unified product representations to further improve traffic efficiencies in global e-commerce markets.

Qualifications

• Final year PhD graduates in Computer Science, engineering or quantitative field.
• Strong coding skills in at least one of the following programming frameworks, e.g. Python, Java, C/C++, Spark etc.; Familiar with at least one of the following deep learning frameworks, e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras etc.
• Solid data structure/algorithm foundation, proficient in machine learning/deep learning theoretical knowledge, and rich practical experience.
• Familiar with NLP, sentiment analysis, CV, multimodality, graph algorithm, search algorithm, text/data mining in 1-2 areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with a passion for challenging issues.
• Good teamwork spirit and strong communication skills.
• Experience in overseas Internet/e-commerce business experience is preferred.

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