Backend Software Engineer Graduate (Social) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

TIKTOK PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Singapore is seeking a graduate to join their messaging team. The role focuses on developing software systems that enhance user connections in TikTok's app. Candidates should be familiar with programming languages like Golang, Python, and JAVA, alongside a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms. This position promises ample growth opportunities within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Positive team atmosphere

Industry experts

Meals provided

Qualifications

• Final year or recent graduate with a background in Software Development or related technical discipline.
• Familiar with programming languages and frameworks, good grasp of data structures and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Develop large-scale software systems that power the TikTok app.
• Improve system design and architecture for product stability and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for rapid product development.

Skills

Golang

Python

JAVA

Data structures

Algorithms

Education

Final year or recent graduate in Software Development, Computer Science, or related field

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

Positive team atmosphere, Industry experts, Meals provided

Responsibilities

We are the messaging team on TikTok. Our team's mission is to facilitate meaningful user connections through TikTok's messaging experience, which is still in its infancy. We achieve our mission by building and shipping tools that help our users more easily connect and share the things they care about.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us in 2026. 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.

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:

• Develop large-scale software systems that powers TikTok app.
• Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability, performance and reliability of the product.
• Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to deliver high quality work in rapid product development.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Final year or recent graduate with a background in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Familiar with Golang, Python, JAVA and other programming languages and related frameworks, and have a good grasp of data structures and algorithms

Preferred Qualification:

• Developers with strong self-drive and sense of responsibility, with internship experience in back-end development, and who have participated in complete projects will be given priority

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

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