Backend Software Engineer Intern (Global LIVE Transaction) - 2027 Start

TikTok; Singapore; On-site; SGD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking passionate engineering interns to join our live streaming platform team in Singapore. You will work on real-time, high-performance, large-scale distributed infrastructure and contribute to critical features alongside product managers.

This internship offers hands-on experience across the development lifecycle, exposure to cross-functional teams, and opportunities to participate in assessments and social events.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in software, CS, or related engineering field.
• Proficient in Go, Python, Java, or C++.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and computer architecture; familiarity with databases and messaging systems like MySQL/Redis/Kafka.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and communicate effectively.
• Self-driven, enthusiastic, and eager to learn continuously.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve TikTok Wallet and payment system for a stable, robust in-app wallet.
• Enhance system design and architecture to ensure high stability and performance of the product.
• Develop large-scale software systems powering the TikTok app.

Skills

Go

Python

Java

C++

Education

Undergraduate in Software Development

Computer Science

Computer Engineering

Tools

MySQL

Redis

Kafka

Job description

Responsibilities

With the enormous growth of live streaming in recent years, our mission is to inspire real-time interactions and help live streamers connect to people from all corners of the globe.

With the enormous growth of live streaming in recent years, our mission is to inspire real-time interactions and help live streamers connect to people from all corners of the globe.

We are looking for passionate and talented engineers to join us to build and optimize a real-time, high-performance, large-scale distributed infrastructure for live streaming in TikTok. You will be deeply involved in the developmental lifecycle of critical product features and collaborate closely with product managers to deliver the best live streaming experience for all live streamers and audience alike.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship. Our internship program offers students hands-on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges while building a strong foundation for personal and professional growth.

Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals.

Candidates may apply to a maximum of two positions across Our Company and its affiliates globally. Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please clearly state your availability in your resume, including your start and end dates.

Candidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in Our Company's technical online assessment.

• Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to continuously improve TikTok Wallet and payment system to create a stable, agile and robust in-app wallet system
• Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability, performance and reliability of the product.
• Develop large-scale software systems that powers TikTok app.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Undergraduate in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Proficient in at least one of the following languages: Go, Python, Java, C++.
• Deep understanding of computer architecture, data structures and algorithms in depth knowledge of common databases and messaging frameworks like MySQL/Redis/Kafka
• Able to work closely with diverse stakeholders and have good communication skills
• Self-driven, positive, cooperative and willing to keep learning enthusiasm at all times

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high scalable, highly available, distributed and mission-critical systems.
• Large scale client-facing industry project development experience.

Job Information

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.