Backend Engineer, Scalable AI‑Powered E‑commerce

TikTok; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok in Seattle is hiring for backend engineers to build scalable, secure services powering our global e-commerce and content platforms. You will design APIs, data services, and core components that enable product innovation and rapid growth.

Join a fast-moving, collaborative team applying AI-assisted development to boost productivity and system observability. We seek graduates or recent degrees in computer science with strong fundamentals in programming languages such as Java, Go, Python,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proficiency in Java, Go, Python, Scala, or C++.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, OS, networks, and scalable system design.
• Familiarity with MySQL, Redis, or Kafka.
• Basic knowledge of software security and engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient, scalable backend services powering E-commerce products and platform capabilities.
• Optimize backend systems for reliability, modularity, and data security.
• Design and develop APIs, data services, and core platform components for product growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust technical solutions.
• Apply AI-assisted development to improve productivity, code quality, and observability.
• Build backend capabilities to support AI-powered experiences and data-driven decisions.

Skills

Java

Go

Python

Scala

C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

TikTok in Seattle is hiring for backend engineers to build scalable, secure services powering our global e-commerce and content platforms. You will design APIs, data services, and core components that enable product innovation and rapid growth.

Join a fast-moving, collaborative team applying AI-assisted development to boost productivity and system observability. We seek graduates or recent degrees in computer science with strong fundamentals in programming languages such as Java, Go, Python,