Backend Software Engineer (Wallet) - TikTok - Singapore

TikTok; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking passionate engineers to build and optimize a real-time, high-performance distributed infrastructure for live streaming. You will work on the developmental lifecycle of critical features and collaborate with product managers to deliver a robust live streaming experience for creators and viewers.

Join us to shape scalable backend services and contribute to a global platform with offices around the world.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in CS or related field.
• Experience building backend services for large-scale consumer applications.
• Proficient in Go, Python, Java, or C++.
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms; solid system design skills.
• Good communication and collaboration within teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve TikTok Wallet and payment system.
• Improve system design and architecture for high stability and performance.
• Develop large-scale software systems powering the TikTok app.

Skills

Backend services

Go

Python

Java

C++

Data structures

Algorithms

System architecture

Team collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or related

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.

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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

• BS/MS Degree in Computer Science or related major.
• Experienced in building backend services for large-scale consumer-facing applications.
• Proficient in at least one of the following languages: Go, Python, Java, C++.
• Deep understanding of computer architectures, data structures and algorithms.
• Have good team communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualification

• Minimum 3 years relevant work experience from a large-scale internet business

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.