Backend Software Engineer Intern - Real-Time Live Streaming

TikTok; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a Backend Software Engineer Intern for the Global LIVE Fund Safety team, starting in 2027. You will contribute to real-time, high-performance, distributed systems for live streaming, collaborating with product managers to deliver robust features.

You'll plan and implement fund-related modules, ensure data consistency, and participate in architecture decisions. This internship offers exposure to large-scale infrastructure and cross-functional collaboration across product,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Proficient in Go, Python, Java or C++.
• Deep understanding of data structures and algorithms; knowledge of databases and messaging frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead large-scale technical projects, especially fund projects, to lay the foundation for iterative development and scale.
• Align with product and org objectives, coordinate with cross-functional teams on key results.
• Develop robust, efficient technology platform products.
• Contribute to engineering strategy, tooling, processes, and culture.
• Research and apply cutting-edge domain and technical knowledge into products.
• Focus on fund related requirements and ensure strong consistency and validity.

Skills

Go

Python

Java

C++

Distributed systems

Education

Undergraduate in Software Development / CS / CE

Tools

MySQL

Redis

Kafka

Job description

TikTok is seeking a Backend Software Engineer Intern for the Global LIVE Fund Safety team, starting in 2027. You will contribute to real-time, high-performance, distributed systems for live streaming, collaborating with product managers to deliver robust features.

You'll plan and implement fund-related modules, ensure data consistency, and participate in architecture decisions. This internship offers exposure to large-scale infrastructure and cross-functional collaboration across product,