Multimodal Algo Researcher Graduate (AI Innovation Center) - 2026 (PhD)

TikTok Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social media platform is looking for a Multimodal Algo Researcher Graduate to join their AI Innovation Center. The role focuses on enhancing code comprehension and exploring advanced AGI technologies. A PhD with strong ML/CV/NLP expertise is required. This is a full-time internship located in Singapore with a commitment starting in 2026. Opportunities exist to tackle complex problems and innovate in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• PhD with top AI conference papers in ML/CV/NLP are required.
• Proficient in C/C++ or Python; winners of top coding competitions are preferred.
• In-depth research experience in Machine Learning, focusing on Large Language Models.
• Passionate about solving challenging problems.

Responsibilities

• Drive core technology development for large language model code direction.
• Optimize code comprehension, reasoning, and generation capabilities.
• Explore Code Agent capabilities suitable for production environments.

Skills

PhD with top AI conference papers in ML/CV/NLP

Excellent coding ability, proficient in C/C++ or Python

In-depth research experience in Machine Learning

Excellent problem-solving skills

Education

PhD

Job description

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Responsibilities

About The Team: The mission of the TikTok Eng-AI Innovation Center is to explore cutting-edge AGI technologies, including but not limited to LLM, multi-modal LLM (video/image/audio/text/code), etc., to let machines better understand user creations on the TikTok platform. For video/image/audio/text, enhanced content understanding can improve search and recommendations and help identify and defend against internet abuse and fraud. For code, the developed LLM aims to automatically reorganize/optimize the TikTok codebase and make coding more accessible for TikTok engineers.

As a graduate, you will have opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and grow. Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by the end of 2026. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume.

• Drive core technology development for large language model code direction, continuously optimizing code comprehension, reasoning, and generation capabilities.
• Focus on improving code comprehension, reasoning, and generation capabilities in real-world production codebases, enhancing TikTok service code performance and privacy compliance.
• Explore Code Agent capabilities suitable for actual business production environments and improve TikTok R&D efficiency.

Qualifications

• PhD with top AI conference papers in ML/CV/NLP are required;
• Excellent coding ability, data structures, and fundamental algorithm skills, proficient in C/C++ or Python; winners of competitions such as ACM/ICPC, NOI/IOI, Top Coder, Kaggle, etc., are preferred
• In-depth research experience in Machine Learning, with emphasis on Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI
• Excellent ability to analyze and solve problems, and be passionate about solving challenging problems

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for technology, good communication skills and team spirit

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About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices worldwide.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product helps people express themselves, discover, and connect. Our diverse teams collaborate to create value for communities and users. We embrace curiosity, humility, and a mindset of ongoing learning and impact.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we reach.

Job Information

Seniority level: Internship

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries: Entertainment Providers

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