Backend Software Engineer - AI-Driven E-Commerce

TikTok; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 256,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellbeing program

10 holidays per year

Sick days

Paid Personal Time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a Backend Engineer in San Jose to develop scalable backend services powering its global e-commerce features. You will design APIs, optimize systems for performance and security, and work with cross-functional teams on AI-powered experiences.

The role emphasizes building reliable platforms for live e-commerce and short video product experiences, with opportunities to impact growth and innovation in a fast-paced, distributed environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in at least one backend language: Java, Golang, Python, Scala, or C++.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, systems design, and networks.
• MySQL/Redis/Kafka or similar databases and messaging.
• Awareness of security, privacy, and engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient, scalable backend services for e-commerce products.
• Optimize systems for reliability, modularity, and data security.
• Design APIs and data services to support product growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions.
• Apply AI-assisted development to improve productivity and observability.
• Build backend capabilities for AI-powered experiences and automation.

Skills

Backend development

Java

Golang

Python

Scala

C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

TikTok is seeking a Backend Engineer in San Jose to develop scalable backend services powering its global e-commerce features. You will design APIs, optimize systems for performance and security, and work with cross-functional teams on AI-powered experiences.

The role emphasizes building reliable platforms for live e-commerce and short video product experiences, with opportunities to impact growth and innovation in a fast-paced, distributed environment.